Sales Tax Made Simple
Sales tax is confusing — but it doesn’t have to be.
“Sales Tax Made Simple” is your 7-episode crash course on what every business needs to know about sales tax.
We break down the key topics (nexus, taxability, exemptions, filings, audits, and more) in short, friendly episodes that anyone can follow.
And we point you to our go-to resource, The Guide to Sales Tax Peace of Mind, so you can go deeper when you’re ready.
If you’ve ever worried about doing sales tax wrong — or worse, being audited — this is the place to start.
Sales Tax Made Simple
Episode 5: Returns & Remittance: Collect & File Correctly
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Welcome back to part five of the Sales Tax Peace of Mind Podcast!
In this episode, Jason and Paul dive into one of the most critical spokes of the compliance wheel—sales tax returns and remittances.
From building a reliable tax calendar to understanding filing frequencies and avoiding $0 return penalties, they walk through the pitfalls that trip up many businesses and share proven strategies to stay compliant.
You’ll discover:
✅ Why a tax calendar is your first line of defense
✅ How filing deadlines and frequencies differ by state
✅ The truth about $0 returns and late penalties
✅ Best practices for accurate, timely remittances
✅ Whether to file in-house, use automation, or outsource to experts
If returns feel overwhelming, this episode will give you clarity and confidence.
📘 Get the free guide: Download The Guide to Sales Tax Peace of Mind for step-by-step support across all six spokes of compliance: https://sales.tax/guide-to-sales-tax-peace-of-mind
👉 Catch up on earlier episodes (parts 1–4) for the full roadmap to peace of mind.
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