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Michigan Enacts Refundable R&D Tax Credit

By KBF Editorial | April 28, 2025

On January 13, 2025, Governor Gretchen Whitmer signed bipartisan legislation re-establishing a refundable Research and Development (R&D) Tax Credit as part of the Michigan Innovation…

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Navigating State Tax Nexus in the Digital Age

By KBF Editorial | March 24, 2025

In today’s interconnected world, understanding state tax nexus is crucial for businesses of all sizes. The concept of nexus, the requisite connection between a business…

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R&D Tax Credit Reporting: New Rules, New Requirements

By KBF Editorial | March 24, 2025

The federal research and development (R&D) tax credit, while a valuable incentive, has long been known for its complexity. The tax return itself has historically…

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KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 4th Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | February 11, 2025

KBF’s quarterly newsletter updates clients on state and local income/franchise tax news, developments, and trends. Please note that this information is for discussion purposes only…

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KBF Sales and Use Tax Newsletter – 4th Quarter 2024

By KBF Editorial | February 5, 2025

Here are recent court rulings, legislation, and administrative changes that have significantly impacted sales tax landscapes across the country. California extended the sales and use…

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California Wildfire Relief: Tax Filing and Payment Deadlines Extended

By KBF Editorial | January 31, 2025

In response to the devastation caused by recent wildfires, various tax agencies have implemented filing and payment extensions to support affected individuals and businesses in…

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Louisiana Overhauls Tax Code with Sweeping Changes

By KBF Editorial | January 23, 2025

Louisiana recently enacted a comprehensive tax reform package, significantly altering the state’s tax landscape. Signed into law by Governor Jeff Landry on December 5th, the…

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Louisiana Expands Sales Tax to Digital Goods

By KBF Editorial | December 20, 2024

Effective January 1, 2025, Louisiana sales and use tax now applies to digital products. The definition of “digital products” includes: Digital audiovisual works Digital audio…

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No Sales Tax on Manufacturing Test Equipment in Virginia

By KBF Editorial | November 19, 2024

The Virginia Department of Taxation has clarified that testing equipment used during the manufacturing process is exempt from sales tax. This exemption applies to equipment…

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Tennessee Adopts Streamlined Sales Tax Sourcing Rules

By KBF Editorial | November 19, 2024

Effective July 1, 2024, the Tennessee Legislature adopted the Streamlined Sales Tax sourcing rules for a retail sale of a product from outside of Tennessee…

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North Carolina Repeals Sales Tax Transaction Threshold

By KBF Editorial | November 19, 2024

Effective July 1, 2024, the North Carolina Department of Revenue removed the number of transactions as a factor in determining economic nexus in the state.…

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Electric Vehicle Charging Considered Taxable Service in Jersey

By KBF Editorial | November 19, 2024

The New Jersey Division of Taxation issued guidance regarding the taxability of charging an electric vehicle. Charging an electric vehicle is considered a taxable maintenance…

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