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Georgia provides guidance on economic sales tax nexus

The Georgia Department of Revenue has issued guidance on the state’s new economic sales tax nexus provisions effective Jan. 1, 2019.

New Georgia bill could be a setback to cybersecurity

A proposed Georgia bill could have big implications for the security industry and any industry that leverages security research and testing.

Refund opportunity may exist for those affected by Harvey, Irma

Taxpayers that suffered losses as a result of Hurricanes Harvey or Irma can elect to claim the loss on their 2016 tax returns

IRS expands Hurricane Irma tax relief to all counties in Georgia

The IRS expands tax relief for taxpayers and return preparers located in Georgia and affected by Hurricane Irma.

How employers can assist employees impacted by major disasters

Employers have several tax-advantaged methods for providing financial support to employees impacted by hurricanes or other major disasters.

Partners indirectly affected by disasters may qualify for relief

Passthrough investors whose K-1s come from entities located in covered disaster areas may be afforded tax relief.

Hurricane Irma relief comes for retirement plans

Employee benefit plans affected by Hurricane Irma may find regulatory relief provided by the IRS, Department of Labor and PBGC.

State tax credits bring opportunity to growing businesses

Businesses expanding or increasing activity in their current state or in new states should consider the benefits of state tax credits.

Georgia Tax Tribunal rules Texas franchise tax is an income tax

The Georgia Tax Tribunal determines that Georgia resident individuals who own interests in flow-through entities may deduct Texas franchise tax paid.