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Selling Live Across States: Sales Tax for Whatnot & TikTok Shop Sellers
Whatnot and TikTok Shop collect sales tax on orders in states that require it. Thresholds, inventory, card shows and off-app sales are where you're on your own.
Reselling as a Side Hustle: When Does Sales Tax Apply?
Selling your own stuff now and then usually isn't a business. Buying to resell usually is. Here's where states draw the sales tax line for side hustlers.
Resale Certificates for Thrift & Flea Market Sourcing: What Works Where
A resale certificate can take sales tax off thrift, flea market and estate sale inventory, but only where tax is charged and the seller accepts it. Here's how.
Depop Sales Tax Guide: Does Depop Collect Tax for Sellers?
Depop collects and remits US sales tax on orders to the states it lists. Its processing fee, your 1099-K, home-state permits and other channels need attention.
Mercari Sales Tax Guide: Does Mercari Collect Tax for Sellers?
Mercari collects and remits sales tax in 45 states and D.C., and the tax isn't taken from your payout. Your 1099-K, permits and other channels need attention.
Multi-State Sales Tax Compliance for E-Commerce Sellers: The Complete Roadmap
Selling into many states means six jobs in order: find your nexus, register, collect, file, fix what you missed, and keep watch. Here's the roadmap.
Thrift & Vintage Reseller Sales Tax Guide: Poshmark, Mercari & More
Poshmark, Mercari, Depop and eBay collect sales tax on your sales. Pop-ups, flea markets, DMs and some state permits are still on you. Here's the split.
Sneaker Reseller Sales Tax Guide: StockX, GOAT & eBay
StockX, GOAT, and eBay collect sales tax on marketplace sales in the states they cover, but direct sales, some state permits, and the 1099-K are still on you.
Sports Card & Collectibles Reseller Sales Tax Guide
Whatnot and eBay collect sales tax on card sales, but card-show tables, your own site, and the misunderstood 28% collectibles rate can still trip you up.
Do You Need a Reseller Permit to Sell Online?
Out-of-state marketplace-only sellers often need no permit, but some home states require one, and direct sellers need one where they have nexus.
Sales Tax VDAs: How Behind Sellers Come Clean (Without Panic)
A voluntary disclosure agreement (VDA) limits back sales tax to 3-4 years and waives penalties when you come forward first. How VDAs work and who qualifies.
States Without Sales Tax: What Online Sellers Still Owe (2026)
Five states have no statewide sales tax in 2026: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon. Here's what online sellers still owe in each direction.
Sales Tax Nexus in Kansas: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Kansas triggers nexus at $100,000 with no transaction safe harbor — one of the strictest thresholds in the U.S. Taxero handles registration and filing.
Sales Tax Nexus in Wyoming: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Wyoming triggers nexus at $100,000 or 200 transactions. The 4% state rate is one of the lowest in the U.S. Taxero monitors and files automatically.
Best Sales Tax Software for Small Businesses in 2026: Honest Comparison
The best sales tax software for small businesses in 2026: Taxero, TaxJar, Avalara, TaxCloud, and more — pricing, features, and who each tool is built for.
TaxJar Alternatives in 2026: 5 Options After the Stripe Acquisition
TaxJar was acquired by Stripe in 2021. Here are the best TaxJar alternatives for small business sales tax in 2026, with pricing and feature comparisons.
The Cheapest Way to File Quarterly Sales Tax in 2026
Taxero charges $19.99 per filing with no subscription — the most affordable quarterly sales tax option in 2026. Compared to TaxJar, Avalara, and Kintsugi.
I Forgot to File Sales Tax — Here's How to Catch Up (Without Panic)
Missed sales tax filings? Guide to catching up, minimizing penalties, and getting compliant before the state finds you — including VDA options.
Shopify Sales Tax Filing: What Shopify Tax Doesn't Do (And How to File Yourself)
Shopify Tax collects sales tax but does not file returns to the state. Shopify sellers still owe quarterly or monthly returns — here's how to file.
TaxJar vs Taxero vs TaxCloud: Honest Comparison for Small Business (2026)
Honest comparison of TaxJar, Taxero, and TaxCloud for small business sales tax in 2026. Taxero wins on price for quarterly filers — full breakdown here.
How to File Texas Sales Tax Cheap: A Guide for Small Businesses
Texas has a $500K nexus threshold — much higher than most states. Here's the cheapest way to file your Texas sales tax returns, including Taxero at $19.99.
What Is Economic Nexus and When Does It Apply to My Business?
Economic nexus means owing sales tax in a state once your sales there cross its threshold, often $100,000, with no physical presence needed. Here's how it works.
What Happens If You Don't File Sales Tax Returns?
Missing a sales tax filing triggers penalties and interest. Most states have paths to reduce penalties if you catch up proactively — here's what to expect.
Texas Sales Tax Permit Holders: Why You Must File Even With Zero Sales
Texas requires a zero return even when you have no taxable sales — missing one triggers penalties. How permit holders stay current without the headache.
The Best Moat Isn't Your Product. It's Your Ability to Scale Without Breaking.
Scaling e-commerce without a sales tax plan turns gaps into back-tax liabilities. How to build compliance into growth before states come looking for you.
Sales Tax Nexus in Alabama: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Alabama's nexus threshold is $250,000 — no transaction test. Remote sellers can elect the flat 8% SSUT rate to replace all state and local tax.
Sales Tax Nexus in Arkansas: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Arkansas triggers nexus at $100,000 or 200 transactions, whichever comes first. It is an SST member, easing registration across all Streamlined states.
Sales Tax Nexus in Arizona: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Arizona's $100,000 threshold has no transaction test. The state uses a Transaction Privilege Tax, not traditional sales tax. SaaS is exempt.
Sales Tax Nexus in California: What Online Sellers Need to Know
California's $500,000 threshold is triple the US standard. Its rate structure is also among the most complex in the country, varying by delivery address down to the district level.
Sales Tax Nexus in Colorado: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in annual sales triggers Colorado nexus, but roughly 70 Home Rule cities — including Denver and Boulder — self-administer their own local taxes.
Sales Tax Nexus in Connecticut: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Connecticut requires BOTH $100,000 in sales AND 200 transactions — unlike most OR states. A flat statewide rate applies with no local additions.
Sales Tax Nexus in DC: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Washington DC nexus with no grace period — liability starts on the very next sale after you cross the threshold.
Sales Tax Nexus in Florida: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Florida requires BOTH $100,000 in direct sales AND 200 transactions. Marketplace-facilitated sales are excluded, so Amazon-only sellers may owe nothing.
Sales Tax Nexus in Georgia: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Georgia nexus. Marketplace sales are excluded. SaaS is exempt, but downloaded digital goods became taxable in 2024.
General Excise Tax Nexus in Hawaii: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in gross receipts triggers Hawaii's General Excise Tax — not a sales tax. The GET covers all business income, including SaaS and services.
Sales Tax Nexus in Iowa: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in Iowa sales triggers nexus — the transaction test was cut in July 2023. Iowa is an SST member and taxes SaaS under its digital products rules.
Sales Tax Nexus in Idaho: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in Idaho sales triggers nexus with no transaction test. Idaho has a flat statewide rate and minimal local complexity for remote sellers.
Sales Tax Nexus in Illinois: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in Illinois sales triggers nexus — the transaction test dropped in 2026. Origin rules add complexity for in-state multi-location sellers.
Sales Tax Nexus in Indiana: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Indiana nexus. Indiana has a flat statewide rate, no local sales taxes, and SST membership for simplified filing.
Sales Tax Nexus in Kentucky: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Kentucky nexus. Kentucky taxes digital goods, SaaS, and cloud services — an expansion effective in January 2023.
Louisiana Sales Tax Registration & Nexus Thresholds
$100,000 in sales triggers Louisiana nexus. Here's the threshold, the correct place to register, and the monthly filing that follows.
Sales Tax Nexus in Massachusetts: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in Massachusetts sales triggers nexus — no transaction test since 2019. A flat statewide rate with no local additions applies to all sales.
Sales Tax Nexus in Maryland: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Maryland nexus. Maryland was the first US state to broadly tax SaaS and digital products, effective March 2021.
Sales Tax Nexus in Maine: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Maine nexus. Maine has a flat statewide rate, no local additions, and most services are exempt from sales tax.
Sales Tax Nexus in Michigan: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Michigan nexus. Marketplace sales count toward your Michigan threshold — unlike most states that exclude them.
Sales Tax Nexus in Minnesota: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Minnesota nexus. Clothing is fully exempt and drop-shipping sourcing rules apply to all Minnesota transactions.
Sales Tax Nexus in Missouri: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 triggers Missouri nexus, effective January 2023 — making Missouri the last US state to adopt economic nexus. SaaS is generally not taxable here.
Sales Tax Nexus in Mississippi: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Mississippi sets nexus at $250,000 — no transaction test and one of only two states above $100K. The flat rate applies even to groceries.
Sales Tax Nexus in North Carolina: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in annual sales triggers North Carolina nexus — the 200-transaction test ended July 2024. Marketplace-facilitated sales count toward the NC total.
Sales Tax Nexus in North Dakota: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in North Dakota sales triggers nexus — the transaction test was removed. North Dakota is an SST member with local additions on top of the state rate.
Sales Tax Nexus in Nebraska: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Nebraska nexus. Nebraska is an SST member, SaaS is taxable, and cities can add local tax on top of the state rate.
Sales Tax Nexus in New Jersey: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers New Jersey nexus. A single statewide rate applies everywhere, with reduced rates in Urban Enterprise Zones.
Gross Receipts Tax Nexus in New Mexico: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in gross receipts triggers New Mexico's Gross Receipts Tax — a seller-paid obligation, not buyer-collected. The GRT covers services and SaaS.
Sales Tax Nexus in Nevada: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Nevada nexus. SaaS is not taxable. Nevada is an SST member, with combined rates varying by county, including Clark County.
Sales Tax Nexus in New York: What Online Sellers Need to Know
New York requires BOTH $500,000 in sales AND 100+ transactions to trigger nexus. Clothing and shoes under $110 per item are exempt from state tax.
Sales Tax Nexus in Ohio: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Ohio nexus. Ohio is an SST member, marketplace sales count toward the threshold, and county rates vary significantly.
Sales Tax Nexus in Oklahoma: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in Oklahoma sales triggers nexus — no transaction test. Oklahoma is an SST member, and the state grocery tax was fully eliminated in 2023.
Sales Tax Nexus in Pennsylvania: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Pennsylvania nexus. Clothing and most food are fully exempt, and only two local rate variations exist in the state.
Sales Tax Nexus in Rhode Island: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Rhode Island nexus. RI was among the first states with a marketplace facilitator law, and SaaS is taxable at the standard rate.
Sales Tax Nexus in South Carolina: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers South Carolina nexus. SaaS is not taxable. The state rate applies to most goods with moderate local additions.
Sales Tax Nexus in South Dakota: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers South Dakota nexus — the state whose 2018 Wayfair win made economic nexus constitutional for all US remote sellers.
Sales Tax Nexus in Tennessee: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in Tennessee sales triggers nexus with no transaction test. Remote sellers may opt into a simplified rate instead of the standard one.
Sales Tax Nexus in Texas: What Online Sellers Need to Know
Texas triggers nexus at $500,000 in annual sales — no transaction test. As the second-largest US economy, compliance risk for unregistered sellers is high.
Sales Tax Nexus in Utah: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Utah nexus. Utah is an SSUTA member where mandatory local components bring effective rates to at least 6% statewide.
Sales Tax Nexus in Virginia: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Virginia nexus. Every county adds a mandatory local rate on top of the state rate.
Sales Tax Nexus in Vermont: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Vermont nexus. Vermont is an SST member with a flat rate, and SaaS is generally not taxable under state law.
Sales Tax Nexus in Washington: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 in Washington sales triggers nexus with no transaction test. Washington was the first state to pass a marketplace facilitator law in 2018.
Sales Tax Nexus in Wisconsin: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers Wisconsin nexus. Digital goods and SaaS are taxable, with county additions pushing combined rates higher.
Sales Tax Nexus in West Virginia: What Online Sellers Need to Know
$100,000 or 200 transactions triggers West Virginia nexus. West Virginia taxes many services other states exempt and is an SST member with a flat base rate.
Amazon Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
Amazon is a marketplace facilitator in all 45 states and remits tax for you. FBA warehouses create physical nexus for all your other channels.
Clover Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
Clover is a POS system, not a marketplace facilitator. Clover Tax calculates rates, but registration, filing, and remittance to each state are all yours.
eBay Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
eBay is a marketplace facilitator in all 45 states and remits tax for you. In CA, NC, MI, and WA, eBay sales still count toward your own nexus threshold.
Etsy Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
Etsy is a marketplace facilitator in all 45 states and collects tax for you. Your Etsy volume can still trigger nexus thresholds for your other channels.
Poshmark Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
Poshmark collects and remits sales tax on sales made through it where required, but resellers on several platforms still need to track nexus across channels.
Shopify Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
Shopify is not a marketplace facilitator — it collects tax but never files or remits. Shopify sellers must register in every nexus state and remit returns.
Square Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
Square is a payment processor, not a marketplace facilitator. Square Tax calculates rates, but you must register and remit returns in every nexus state.
Stripe Sales Tax Guide for Direct Sellers in 2026
Stripe is a payment processor, not a marketplace facilitator. Stripe Tax calculates at checkout, but all filing and remittance remains your responsibility.
TikTok Shop Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
TikTok Shop is a marketplace facilitator that collects and remits tax on your sales. In some states your TikTok volume counts toward your nexus threshold.
Toast Sales Tax Guide for Restaurants in 2026
Toast is a restaurant POS, not a marketplace facilitator. Operators must still register in each state and file their own sales tax returns independently.
Whatnot Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
Whatnot collects and remits sales tax on your Whatnot sales where required. Sellers who sell elsewhere, or in person, should still track their own obligations.
WooCommerce Sales Tax Guide for Sellers in 2026
WooCommerce is not a marketplace facilitator — it collects nothing for you. You must configure rates, collect tax, and file returns in every nexus state.
How to Deregister from a State for Sales Tax
If you no longer have nexus in a state, you can close your sales tax registration. Here's how deregistration works and when to do it.
Marketplace Facilitators Explained: Does Amazon (or Shopify) Collect Tax For You?
Marketplace facilitator laws shifted sales tax collection from sellers to platforms. But the rules are more nuanced than 'Amazon handles it.' Here's how it works, and where it doesn't cover you.
You Just Hit a State's Sales Tax Threshold. Here's Your Next 30 Days.
You crossed the economic nexus threshold in a new state. Don't panic — here's exactly what to do in the next 30 days to get registered and compliant.
Resale Certificates Explained: How to Buy Inventory Tax-Free
If you buy products to resell, you can usually buy them tax-free with a resale certificate. Here's how resale certificates work and what you need to know.
SaaS Sales Tax by State: Which States Tax Cloud Software in 2026
About 23 states tax SaaS. 11 clearly don't. 9+ are uncertain. Here's the full state-by-state breakdown of SaaS sales tax — based on Arbor's verified legal research.
Sales Tax vs. Use Tax: What's the Difference?
Sales tax and use tax are two sides of the same coin. Here's how they work together, when use tax applies, and what it means for online sellers.
Louisiana Sales Tax for Remote Sellers: The Most Complex State in America
Louisiana's 64 parishes can mean up to 64 filings per period. Remote sellers can file one combined return. Here's where Louisiana still catches them.
Instagram Shop Is Coming Back. Here's What Changed About Your Sales Tax Obligations.
Instagram Shop is not a marketplace facilitator — sellers handle their own registration and filing. What Instagram sellers owe and how to stay compliant.
How to Register for a Sales Tax Permit in Texas (Step by Step)
Texas requires a sales tax permit before collecting from Texas buyers. Step-by-step guide to the Texas Comptroller registration process and what you need.
Do I Need to Collect Sales Tax If I Sell on Shopify?
Shopify calculates tax rates but doesn't register or file on your behalf. If you've crossed a nexus threshold, the obligation is yours — here's what to do.
Amazon FBA and Sales Tax Nexus: Does Inventory in a Warehouse Trigger Nexus?
Amazon FBA storage creates sales tax nexus in that state — even without a physical presence. Here's what FBA sellers owe and how to get compliant fast.