Lana Rhoades
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- February 27, 2026
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The Sunset of Vendor Discounts: How 2026 State Policy Changes Are Reshaping Corporate Sales Tax Compliance
For nearly a century, a quiet administrative agreement has underpinned the relationship between state revenue departments and the American business community. Known variously as vendor discounts, collection allowances, or service…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- February 27, 2026
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The U.S. Net International Investment Position Declined to a Negative $27.61 Trillion in the Third Quarter of 2025
The United States’ net international investment position, a key indicator of its financial standing with the rest of the world, deteriorated to a record negative $27.61 trillion at the close…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- February 27, 2026
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Comprehensive Guide to State Sales Tax Compliance and March 2026 Filing Deadlines for Multi-State Retailers
The fiscal landscape for e-commerce entities and brick-and-mortar businesses operating across state lines faces a significant set of deadlines in March 2026, as tax authorities across the United States enforce…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- February 27, 2026
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U.S. International Trade in Goods and Services Deficit Widens in December 2025 Amidst Shifting Global Economic Dynamics
The United States experienced a significant widening of its trade deficit in goods and services in December 2025, reaching $70.3 billion. This figure represents a substantial increase of $17.3 billion…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- February 27, 2026
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U.S. Economy Shows Broad-Based Growth Across States in Q3 2025, Driven by Key Industries and Rising Personal Incomes
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) has released its comprehensive third-quarter 2025 (July, August, and September) statistics on gross domestic product (GDP) and personal income for all 50 states…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- February 27, 2026
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2026 Sales Tax Holidays: A Comprehensive Guide to State Schedules and Compliance Requirements for Retailers
The landscape of American retail in 2026 continues to be shaped by the strategic implementation of sales tax holidays, a fiscal tool used by state governments to provide consumer relief…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- February 27, 2026
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U.S. Counties Show Mixed Economic Fortunes in 2024 as GDP and Personal Income Trends Diverge
Real gross domestic product (GDP) experienced an upswing in 2,273 counties across the United States in 2024, while 809 counties saw a decline and 24 remained unchanged, according to the…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- February 27, 2026
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Comprehensive Guide to State Sales Tax Collection Discounts and Timely Filing Incentives for 2026
The administrative burden of collecting, tracking, and remitting sales tax is a significant operational challenge for American businesses, yet many state governments offer a financial silver lining known as vendor…
- Economic Outlook & Business Trends
- February 27, 2026
- 10 views
U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Releases Comprehensive 2024 Data on State-Level Economic Performance
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) today unveiled its comprehensive annual statistics for 2024, offering a detailed look at real personal consumption expenditures, real personal income, and regional price…
- Estate, Gift, & Trust Taxation
- February 26, 2026
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Navigating the Complexities of Sales Tax Compliance in the Evolving Global Health and Beauty Industry
The health and beauty industry is currently undergoing a period of unprecedented regulatory transformation, driven by a combination of shifting consumer habits, the rise of direct-to-consumer (DTC) e-commerce, and a…
