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  • Louisiana Sales Tax Account: How to Register a New Business

    • August 29, 2026
    • Posted by: OTIN Editorial Team
    • Category: Sales Tax Registration
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    A new Louisiana business that qualifies as a dealer because it sells or leases taxable property, digital products, or taxable services must apply for a sales tax certificate, collect the applicable tax, and file returns with the Louisiana Department of Revenue (LDR).…

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  • Louisiana Parish Sales Tax Registration Explained

    • August 11, 2026
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    • Category: Sales Tax Registration
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    Louisiana parish sales tax registration is the local-account portion of the state’s sales tax registration framework. A business that sells taxable goods or services, leases taxable tangible personal property, or is otherwise legally required to collect Louisiana sales tax may need a…

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  • Louisiana Business Licensing: State vs. Local Requirements

    • April 30, 2026
    • Posted by: OTIN Editorial Team
    • Category: Business License
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    Louisiana Business Licensing: State vs. Local Requirements What “Business License” Means in Louisiana In Louisiana, “business licensing” is typically a combination of: State-level registrations (for taxes and regulated industries) Local licenses and permits (parish and city occupational licenses, zoning approvals, and inspections) Professional and trade credentials (for regulated occupations and construction-related work) Louisiana does not

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  • Louisiana Resale Certificate: Tax-Exempt Purchases Explained

    • March 30, 2026
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    • Category: Resale Certificate
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    Louisiana Resale Certificate: Tax-Exempt Purchases Explained What a Louisiana Resale Certificate Is (and Why It Matters) A Louisiana resale certificate is a document a retailer or other qualifying purchaser provides to a seller to buy items tax-exempt when those items are intended for resale in the normal course of business. It helps sellers document why

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  • Louisiana Tax ID Number: What You Need to Know

    • March 26, 2026
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    • Category: Tax ID Number
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    Louisiana Tax ID Number: What You Need to Know What a Louisiana Tax ID Number Means In Louisiana, “tax ID number” can refer to different identifiers depending on what your business does. The most common are: EIN (Employer Identification Number): A federal tax ID issued by the IRS, used to identify a business for federal

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  • Louisiana Sales Tax Registration Requirements

    • March 8, 2026
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    Louisiana Sales Tax Registration Requirements When Louisiana Sales Tax Registration Is Required Businesses must register for Louisiana sales tax when they make taxable sales, leases, or provide taxable services in Louisiana and have a requirement to collect and remit Louisiana sales and use tax. Common situations that trigger registration include: Selling taxable goods to Louisiana

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