Dec 4, 2025 | Featured
The Washington Department of Revenue has announced a pilot International Remote Seller Voluntary Disclosure Program, running February 1 through May 31, 2026. This program was created in response to feedback from taxpayers and representatives and provides an...
Dec 4, 2025 | Featured
Effective January 1, 2026 Washington State will implement a new Business & Occupation (B&O) tax classification specifically for payment card processing activities. This change, enacted under SHB 2020 (Chapter 401, Laws of 2025), affects businesses that...
Aug 28, 2025 | Featured
Our June post, “New Washington Sales Tax Rules Effective October 1, 2025,” introduced Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5814. This post builds on that discussion with key updates. Introduction Washington’s ESSB 5814, effective October 1, 2025,...
Jul 10, 2025 | Featured
Washington State will temporarily offer two Voluntary Disclosure Programs (VDPs): the General VDP and the Investment Income VDP. While both of these programs are aimed at encouraging taxpayers to come forward and resolve past tax liabilities, there are some key...
Jun 20, 2025 | Featured
Beginning October 1, 2025, Washington State will expand its retail sales tax to cover several new categories of services, including information technology services, custom website development, investigation and security services (including armored car), temporary...
