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Information about State and Local Laws and Taxes

Find information about state and local agencies in this category.
  1. Local Startup Info (8)
  2. Sales and Use Taxes (6)
  3. State Laws and Agencies (19)

How Do I Know If I Must Collect Sales Tax for States Where I Do Business?

Discussion of whether a business selling products or services in several states must collect sales tax.

Find State and Local Business Information on Business.gov

Use the U.S. Business Information website, Business.Gov, to find information on state and local agencies.

how to Find Information on Local Ordinances

If you need to know about zoning, local option taxes, and other city/town/county information, here is the place to look.

Garage Sales, Yard Sales - Tax Issues, Licenses and Permits

Garage sales must pay taxes too: sales taxes, income taxes. Garage sales and yard sales must also comply with local regulations for business licenses and permits.

Booth in Farmers Market or Flea Market - Tax Issues

Owners of booths in farmers markets and flea markets must pay taxes too: sales taxes, income taxes, self-employment taxes, employment taxes, at a minimum.

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