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State and local taxes (SALT), especially sales and use taxes, have become a significant cost of doing business as states scramble for additional revenues. Compliance has become very cumbersome and costly for businesses. Companies need customized solutions tailored to their unique business needs, whether they are a Fortune 500 company or just getting started.

Our SALT professionals combine their knowledge and experience with professionals within DHG’s industry segments. Additionally, our SALT team understands the value of building relationships with state and local revenue agencies. Our integrated approach results in well-crafted solutions.

Service Offerings

Because our clients' needs vary, we offer a wide variety of services. The following services can be provided separately or as part of a comprehensive approach.

Apportionment Review
Audit Defense, Voluntary Disclosures & Tax Amnesty Registration
Entity Restructuring
Income & Franchise Tax Compliance
Negotiated Incentives
Nexus Studies
State & Local Tax Credit Optimization
Tax Compliance Outsourcing
Tax Systems Automation
Real and Tangible Personal Property Tax Consulting & Compliance
Reverse Tax Audits & Recovery
Unclaimed Property

DHG understands the complexities that accompany SALT. With our comprehensive set of SALT services, clients can expect to successfully manage their unexpected state and local tax challenges while reaching their goals in a tax efficient manner.

Experience

Our SALT professionals combine their knowledge and experience with professionals within DHG’s industry segments. Additionally, our SALT team understands the value of building relationships with state and local revenue agencies. We have a team of former state auditors who focus on providing customized solutions by working with your company and uncovering the nuances of your business.

DHG supplies a tailored approach rather than a "one size fits all" solution. Through a high level of personal attention and accessibility, our SALT professionals understand each client’s unique position and are fully prepared to deliver quality service. We offer customized solutions to SALT issues and provide our clients results such as,

Permanent tax savings
Increased cash flow
Tax efficient organizational structures
Tax strategies that closely align with business strategies
Knowledge of state and local tax obligations

Knowledge Share

IRS Revenue Ruling 2019-11 Clarifies Tax Treatment of State and Local Tax Refunds with New SALT Limit

On Friday, March 29, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) issued Revenue Ruling 2019-11 (the Ruling), providing guidance on the treatment of state and local tax refunds received when a tax deduction was claimed for those taxes in a prior year. This guidance is relevant with respect to the itemized deduction cap on state and local tax taxes. The ruling provides four examples illustrating when a SALT refund should be included in federal taxable income. The IRS also noted that the Ruling does not impact state or local tax refunds received in 2018.

Wayfair and the Impact on Technology Companies

Publication | Mar 11, 2019
More About | Technology & Life Sciences | State & Local Tax | SALT Nexus

With the vast changes in sales tax requirements among states due to the impact of Wayfair, technology companies should consider how this will apply to them. The summary below discusses how this could impact businesses throughout the U.S. Some of the issues most applicable to the technology industry include:

Wayfair and the Impact on Manufacturers and Distributors

With the vast changes in sales tax requirements among states due to the impact of Wayfair, manufacturers should consider how this will apply to them. The summary below discusses how this could impact businesses throughout the U.S. Some of the issues most applicable to the manufacturing industry include:

Upcoming Events

State and Local Tax Forum (Alpharetta)

Join DHG’s State & Local Tax (SALT) Practice in Alpharetta, Georgia for a half-day CPE session focused on the latest SALT issues, including the adoption of Wayfair by states, M&A and tax reform.

State and Local Tax Forum (Atlanta)

Join DHG’s State & Local Tax (SALT) Practice in Atlanta, Georgia for a half-day CPE session focused on the latest SALT issues, including the adoption of Wayfair by states, M&A and tax reform.

Federal and State Tax Update (Birmingham, AL)

Join DHG for our 2019 Federal & State Tax Update. This half-day CPE session will focus on the trends and issues you need to know! The event is complimentary, and you can earn up to 4 hours of CPE credit, upon approval. Following the forum, you’ll have an opportunity to connect one-on-one with our team, along with lunch and golf.

It’s a New (Sales Tax) World

DHG and Avalara are teaming together for a CPE event on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at the City Winery in Nashville. Attendees can earn CPE credit and connect one-on-one with DHG and Avalara professionals.