Tax
Corporate Tax Policies by State: Key Differences
Compare state corporate tax rates, apportionment rules, nexus thresholds, and incentives to evaluate business locations.
October 20, 2026
Compare state corporate tax rates, apportionment rules, nexus thresholds, and incentives to evaluate business locations.
A seller’s permit is the state registration that lets a business collect and remit sales tax, and it is the same thing as a sales tax permit under a different name. This guide explains who needs one, how it differs from a resale certificate and a business license, what it costs and where to apply in each of the 45 states and DC that charge sales tax.
If you’re a non-US resident who owns a US LLC, you’re likely required to file IRS Form 5472—and yes, you can absolutely do it yourself without hiring an accountant. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk you through the process step
Form W-8BEN-E certifies to a US payer that a foreign entity is not a US person. A US LLC is a US entity, so a foreign individual who owns a single-member LLC signs Form W-8BEN, a foreign company that owns one signs Form W-8BEN-E, and a multi-member LLC or one taxed as a corporation gives Form W-9. This guide shows which form applies and walks through Form W-8BEN-E line by line.
Explore six states with no corporate income tax and their unique revenue systems, offering tax-friendly environments for businesses.
Under $50K profit usually not worth S‑Corp; $60–80K evaluate; $100K+ often saves significant payroll tax after compliance costs.
