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Washington State Millionaire Tax (2026): 9.9% Income Tax Explained
Washington State’s New Income Tax on Millionaire Residents Washington was one of the few states that did not impose an income tax on its residents.…
Remittance Transfer Excise Tax: What Businesses and Providers Need to Know
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act, signed July 4, 2025, introduced a 1% federal excise tax on certain cross-border money transfers sent from the U.S.…
How Transfer Pricing Can Minimize State Nexus for Consumer Goods Companies
Expanding into e-commerce or DTC sales can create unexpected state tax nexus. Learn how transfer pricing policies can help companies reduce multi-state tax exposure. Consumer…
KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 4th Quarter 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…
Major Tax Law Changes for Manufacturing and R&D Companies
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), signed into law on July 4, 2025, provides significant tax advantages for companies investing in capital assets and…
Arizona R&D Tax Credit: Significant Tax Savings for Innovation
Arizona offers one of the most valuable state R&D tax credits in the country, and many businesses conducting research activities may be missing out on…
New IRS Regulations for Semiconductor Manufacturing Tax Credits
The IRS has released final regulations for the Advanced Manufacturing Investment Credit under the CHIPS Act. If your company manufactures semiconductors or related equipment in…
OECD blesses exemption of qualified “side-by-side” regimes from the application of Pillar 2’s IIR and UTPR taxes
Yesterday, January 5, 2026, the OECD announced several revised safe harbors, including one that reflects an agreement to allow multinational entity groups (“MNEs”) with ultimate…
Unlocking Export Tax Savings: A Modern Guide to IC-DISCs and How to Use Them Effectively
In today’s global marketplace, many U.S. businesses miss a hidden gem of tax savings. Originating in law enacted in 1971, it offers exporters a powerful,…
Are you ready for your 2025 retirement plan audit?
Here are some things to keep in mind as you are setting up your 2026 calendar: ✔ Check that you have received and signed your audit…
KBF Sales and Use Tax Newsletter – 3rd Quarter 2025
Here are recent court rulings, legislation, and administrative changes that have significantly impacted sales tax landscapes across the country. Colorado eliminated its state sales tax…
KBF State Income Tax Newsletter – 3rd Quarter 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…