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Thailand: E-tax filing

Thailand has permitted e-invoicing since 2012. From 2017 – following regulations issued on e-tax and e-receipts – taxpayers may prepare, deliver, and keep their invoices and receipts electronically, subject to prior approval from the Thai Revenue Department. Currently, the Revenue Department and the Electronic Transactions Development Agency (ETDA) are working together to improve the e-tax […]

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Understand the latest EU tax laws and changes

It can be difficult to know where you stand regarding EU VAT changes and European tax laws. There have been sweeping changes implemented in recent years. This blog breaks down the major updates, including the EU VAT reform, to help ensure your business is on the right path. Additionally, you can speak with our team […]

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Spirits New Product Registrations End Q4 Strong with 9.8% Growth

Across all categories, the number of 2022 registrations showed a 2.3% increase compared to 2021  Winter brings cooler temperatures across the U.S., but beverage alcohol new product registrations are hardly cooling off. Spirits new product registrations led the way (+9.8%), followed by wine (+0.5). The beer/malt category for Product Registration Online (PRO) new product registrations* […]

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New York
Is Direct-to-Consumer Spirits and Cider Shipping on the Horizon for New York?

Updated February 3, 2023 There’s a chance New York may soon allow direct-to-consumer spirits and cider shipping. Last Wednesday, New York Senators James Skoufis (D- 42nd District) and Rachel May (D-48th District) introduced Bill 2852, an act to “amend the alcoholic beverage control law, in relation to authorizing the direct intrastate and interstate shipment of […]

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California – One Step Closer to a Voluntary Disclosure Program

On September 13, 2022, California Governor Gavin Newsom signed AB 2280 into law, paving the way for the creation of a long-awaited Voluntary Compliance Program (VDA Program). However, before such a program can be implemented, two things must take place. First, the California legislature must approve funding for the program by way of an appropriation in […]

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ACA Reporting Updates for Tax Year 2022

Affordable Care Act (ACA) reporting has started for tax year 2022. ACA reporting can quickly become complicated and costly with IRS penalties if your business does not have an efficient process in place. Although regulations have generally stayed the same for this reporting season, there are some important updates all businesses should be aware of […]

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Trade Practice Reform and the TTB

Just about a year ago, the Treasury Department published a report on competition in the beverage alcohol industry, which posited several ways to reform federal and state regulations to help create a more even playing field for smaller producers. Among the many ideas proffered, changing how the Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) approaches and policies […]

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Understanding VAT Between European Countries

All European countries charge VAT on goods and services. VAT is a consumption tax added during each production stage of goods or services. Although VAT is near-universal according to the EU VAT Directive, VAT rates within the EU do differ. This is because the EU VAT Directive allows Member States to choose whether to implement […]

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2023 Direct-to-Consumer Wine Shipping Report
Top Takeaways: 2023 Direct-to-Consumer Wine Shipping Report

Sovos ShipCompliant recently released the 2023 Direct-to-Consumer (DtC) Wine Shipping Report with our partner, Wines Vines Analytics. This look-back at 2022 is the most comprehensive, complete and exclusive collection of data and insights on the state of the channel. While 2022 saw the first-ever decline in either—let alone both—value and volume of shipments, the DtC […]

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German IPT: An Overview

Insurance Premium Tax in Germany is complex. From IPT rates to law changes, this quick guide will help you navigate the challenges of IPT in Germany. For an overview of IPT in general, read our Insurance Premium Tax guide. What is the filing frequency for IPT declarations in Germany? Based on IPT declarations made for […]

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What Non-EU countries need to know about IOSS & OSS

The EU VAT E-Commerce package has been in place since 1 July 2021. This applies to intra-EU B2C supplies of goods and imports of low value goods. Three schemes make up the package. These are based on the value of goods and the location of the sale of goods. All OSS schemes are currently optional. […]

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How to Avoid 6 Common Unclaimed Property Myths

Unclaimed property is often misunderstood. Despite their best intentions, we find that many companies operate under factually inaccurate assumptions that could put their business at risk. We’ve outlined some of the top myths and misconceptions around unclaimed property to help you stay compliant. Unclaimed property reporting is optional Filing unclaimed property is not an option. […]

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Supreme Court Denies Cert on Retailer DtC Shipping – What Does That Mean?

On Monday, January 9, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected a petition to hear an appeal of B-21 v. Bauer, a case revolving around the issue of interstate direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping by alcohol retailers. B-21 stemmed from a challenge to a North Carolina law that allows in-state retailers to ship wine through third-party carriers to North […]

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An introduction to EU VAT
An Introduction to EU VAT

Nearly every major economy has a form of VAT. That’s 165 countries, each with its own compliance and reporting rules. The main exception is the United States. VAT is by far the most significant indirect tax for nearly all the world’s countries. Globally VAT contributes more than 30% of all government revenue. Levying VAT is […]

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How to Strengthen 3 Key Components of a Successful Finance Team

Building a strong foundation for your finance team is critical for numerous business strategies, including ensuring a compliant and accurate approach to sales tax. We’ve previously discussed the importance of getting your finance/tax and IT teams on the same page, but it’s also critical to take a step back and make sure the teams have […]

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IRS Delays 1099-K Reporting Threshold Changes until 2023

Editor’s note: This blog was updated on November 27, 2023 Update: Since this content was published, the IRS released additional guidance further delaying and making changes to the implementation of the lowered Form 1099-K reporting threshold for 2023 returns. Read our recent blog post for additional details about the latest Form 1099-K reporting threshold requirements. The […]

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Major Updates Included in NAUPA III Format Release

The National Association of Unclaimed Property Administrators (NAUPA) has finally published its long-anticipated draft of the proposed NAUPA III file format after a delay of the anticipated July 5, 2022 release. The 62-page draft includes sweeping changes and represents a major update to the current NAUPA II format. According to NAUPA, “the new version has been […]

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VAT in the Digital Age: VAT treatment of the platform economy

The European Commission’s  “VAT in the Digital Age” proposal brings significant modifications to the VAT treatment of the platform economy related to the operators in the short-term accommodation (max. of 45 days) and passenger transport services. VAT treatment of the platform economy It is worth mentioning that the ‘VAT treatment of the platform economy’ only […]

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