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eBay Managed Payments and Sales Tax: A Seller’s Plain-English Guide

OTIN Editorial Team — Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:04:08 +0000

Key Takeaways eBay Managed Payments does not change your sales tax obligations; it only changes how you receive funds. In most states, eBay collects and remits sales tax for marketplace orders, but you may still need a sales tax permit and returns. “Marketplace-collected tax” typically is not yours to refund or adjust; refunds must follow

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Etsy Sales Tax for Handmade Sellers: What You Actually Owe in 2026

OTIN Editorial Team — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 22:05:10 +0000

Key Takeaways On Etsy and eBay, sales tax is usually collected and remitted by the marketplace for marketplace-facilitator states, but sellers still have state registration, filing, and recordkeeping obligations in many cases. You still owe sales tax on any off-marketplace sales (website, invoices, in-person events) and on marketplace sales shipped to states where the marketplace

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How to Collect Sales Tax on Shopify Without Overcharging Customers

OTIN Editorial Team — Sun, 07 Jun 2026 21:08:47 +0000

Key Takeaways Prevent overcharging by taxing only where you have nexus and by keeping Shopify’s “tax included” and shipping tax settings consistent with your pricing. Use “economic nexus” thresholds and marketplace rules to avoid collecting in states where you do not need a permit. Set up product tax categories, exempt customers, and destination-based rates to

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Etsy Sellers Guide to Sales Tax When Selling Across States

OTIN Editorial Team — Sat, 16 May 2026 00:04:45 +0000

Key Takeaways Marketplace facilitator rules mean Etsy often collects and remits sales tax for you in many states, but you still may need state registration and filings. Economic nexus thresholds vary by state; even without a physical presence, sales volume and/or transaction counts can create sales tax duties. Local taxes can change what you owe

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Shopify Sales Tax Settings for New Online Store Owners

OTIN Editorial Team — Fri, 15 May 2026 02:04:53 +0000

Key Takeaways Shopify can calculate sales tax, but you still must register for a sales tax permit in each state where you have nexus before you collect. Most states use economic nexus thresholds (often $100,000 in sales or 200 transactions) that can require registration even with no physical presence. Correct setup depends on (1) where

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