Local Sales Tax

The government imposes a type of consumption tax called a sales tax on the purchase of goods and services. This tax is applied at the point of sale, meaning when a consumer makes a purchase, the applicable sales tax is added to the purchase price. Once collected, businesses are responsible for remitting these funds to the respective governmental authority. This system ensures that a portion of consumer spending goes back to funding various government services and initiatives.

The obligation of a company to collect and remit sales tax within a specific jurisdiction hinges on the concept of "nexus." A company is considered to have a nexus in a jurisdiction if it has a certain level of presence or connection there. The specific criteria for establishing nexus can vary by state, but common indicators can include having a physical location, such as a store or warehouse, an employee, an affiliate, or even a significant amount of sales in that area. Understanding and complying with nexus rules is crucial for businesses, as they dictate where sales tax needs to be collected and remitted.