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Reciprocity in unclaimed property: why refrain from the practice of reciprocity when it seems so simple? Reciprocity or reciprocal filing came about in 1954 to keep holders from duplicate reporting liability. In other words, if a holder reported unclaimed property to one state (state A for example) and another state (state B) had a better […]

Last updated: November 19, 2024 When it comes to direct-to-consumer (DtC) liquor shipping laws by state, distilleries and other spirits producers must adhere to shipping laws of the destination state. It is also important to remember that just because a state allows DtC beer shipping or DtC wine shipping, it does not necessarily mean that […]

Preventing alcohol sales to minors is a fundamental responsibility for any business in the beverage alcohol industry. It is illegal in every state to sell alcohol to anyone under the age of 21, regardless of where or how the sale occurs. So, for direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of alcohol in the United States, implementing age verification […]

This blog was updated on April 6, 2023. In today’s rapidly evolving and technology-driven regulatory environment, businesses and governments have had to change their operations to stay profitable and compliant. Everything from cloud computing to machine learning and AI to the Internet of Things (IoT) are opening new revenue streams and altering supply chain models. […]

60-Day Response Period Extended for February VDA Recipients The deadline to respond to Delaware unclaimed property VDA invitations mailed in February 2021 was extended to July 31, 2021. Per an announcement posted to the DE Secretary of State’s website, reminder letters were sent the week of June 14, 2021 to holders that received, but have […]

Whether your business is looking to expand into more states (or countries), adding e-commerce options or exploring any number of other digital needs, integrating a tax engine with your ERP can be essential to ensuring positive growth. Organizations can see reduced maintenance costs and lessen the burden on internal teams, while also experiencing increased accuracy […]

Direct-to-consumer (DtC) beer shipping laws require abiding by the rules of the destination state. While those rules can be similar from one state to the next, there are always key differences between them that producers and other shippers should know. Two states can each allow DtC beer shipping but may have varying requirements and limitations […]

With over 1.5 million entities incorporated in Delaware and only 20% of companies in compliance with unclaimed property laws, any legislative changes Delaware makes causes a stir in the industry. Delaware recently passed two bills with significant impact on unclaimed property in the state, DE S 103 and DE S 104. Our dedicated unclaimed property […]

As direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipping of alcohol has become an increasingly valuable market for suppliers and manufacturers over the last many years, regulatory restrictions in states have hampered the ability of certain parties to enjoy the same benefits. However, with the passage of HB 110 in Ohio, recently signed into law by Governor Mike DeWine, a […]

Sales and use tax compliance is quickly becoming a critical function for numerous types of businesses. When it comes to your tax and finance team, each employee should of course have basic knowledge of tax details, but what other areas are truly essential? How can you ensure that your finance team is ready to help […]

Entering the direct-to-consumer (DtC) alcohol shipping market is an exciting opportunity to expand your business’s reach and serve customers directly. However, shipping directly to consumers comes with a unique set of legal hurdles. Before a single bottle can legally cross state lines, the very first step is to secure the correct licenses. But here’s the […]

This blog was updated on December 12, 2023 Sovos recently sponsored a benchmark report with SAP Insider to better understand how SAP customers are adapting their strategies and technology investments to evolve their finance and accounting organizations by utilizing SAP S/4HANA Finance. This blog hits on some of the key points covered in the report […]

Change is scary, but it is often also necessary. With sales tax solutions in particular, change management is often fueled by total cost of ownership (TCO), ROI and a desire for reduced manual work. But both the tax department and IT department can reap benefits through successful technology changes. For example, more organizations are moving […]

Put your Delaware Voluntary Disclosure Agreement (DE VDA) to Work with Florida CASA The Florida Department of Financial Services recently announced its participation in the Faegre Drinker, Biddle & Reath LLP (FDBR) Contractor Assisted Self-Audit Program (CASA) that seeks to increase the utilization of the work efforts organizations invest in the Delaware Voluntary Disclosure Agreement […]

When it comes to direct-to-consumer (DtC)-shipped alcohol boxes, there are requirements from all destination states to label all such boxes to announce that they contain alcohol and must be signed for by someone 21+. This has been the case for DtC wine shipments, and is also true for DtC beer shipments and DtC spirit shipments.  […]

Wine direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipments continue to shift as the marketplace works to regain stability after a difficult economic year. Staying mindful of marketplace data will ensure the industry can properly adjust to any ebbs and flows, helping wine producers, retailers and consumers alike. Nielsen is collaborating with Wines Vines Analytics and Sovos ShipCompliant to provide […]

Wineries that use FedEx or UPS to print shipping labels for beverage alcohol packages can integrate with ShipCompliant to streamline the fulfillment process. This means: No more typing addresses to print labels One click can pull all shipment information from ShipCompliant into FedEx or UPS –  your labels are ready to print Tracking numbers sync […]

The demand among retailers and consumers for interstate direct-to-consumer (DtC) wine shipping is growing, further bolstered in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. Retailer DtC shipping is allowed in just 12 states and the District of Columbia, but retailers still saw significant increases in online orders and DtC shipping in the past year. But what […]