2026 Minimum Wage Resources

2026 Minimum Wage Resources Washington State: https://www.lni.wa.gov/news-events/article/25-27 The Washington State Department of Labor & Industries (L&I) announced an increase in the state’s minimum wage to $17.13 per hour, effective on January 1, 2026. Seattle: https://www.seattle.gov/laborstandards/ordinances/minimum-wage?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery Starting January 1, 2026, all employers, regardless of schedule size, will be required to pay the same minimum wage of […]

2025 Quarter 3: Washington State Sales Tax Rate Changes

Dear Clients, We want to bring your attention to two important updates from the Washington State Department of Revenue that may affect your business operations later this year. New Services Subject to Sales Tax – Effective October 1, 2025 Under Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5814, Washington State is expanding the definition of “retail sales.” […]

2025-08-07 Washington Tax Updates: New Sales Tax Rules & Voluntary Disclosure Program

Dear Clients, We want to bring your attention to two important updates from the Washington State Department of Revenue that may affect your business operations later this year. New Services Subject to Sales Tax – Effective October 1, 2025 Under Engrossed Substitute Senate Bill (ESSB) 5814, Washington State is expanding the definition of “retail sales.” […]

Big Changes to EV & Energy Tax Credits – Act Before It’s Too Late

We’re providing some important tax updates that could affect your plans if you’re thinking about buying an electric vehicle, making energy-efficient upgrades, or even boosting your retirement savings. Thanks to the recently signed One Big Beautiful Bill Act, several valuable tax credits are ending soon so it’s critical to plan ahead. Thinking About an Electric […]

Tax Provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA)

Important Updates Dear Clients, On July 4th, President Donald Trump signed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) into law, introducing sweeping changes to the federal tax landscape. The bill passed narrowly, 218–214 in the House and 51–50 in the Senate, with Vice President JD Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. It extends many provisions from […]

The Quarter 2, 2025, Washington State sales tax rate changes

Quarter 2, 2025 Update — Sales Tax Rate Tools The Quarter 2, 2025, Washington State sales tax rate changes are now available. Downloadable Files Rate Change Notices Sales Tax Rate Lookup Tool Tax Rate Lookup Mobile App Local sales tax rate changes in the following areas beginning January 1st, 2025: Local sales & use tax […]

The Quarter 1, 2025, Washington State sales tax rate changes

Quarter 1, 2025 Update — Sales Tax Rate Tools The Quarter 1, 2025, Washington State sales tax rate changes are now available. Downloadable Files Rate Change Notices Sales Tax Rate Lookup Tool Tax Rate Lookup Mobile App Local sales tax rate changes in the following areas beginning January 1st, 2025: Local sales & use tax […]

2025-03 Reminder: Combined Excise Tax Filing Due

Summary Read: A reminder that the deadline for filing the February 2025 Washington State combined excise tax return is approaching. Businesses should submit their sales information by March 20, 2025, to avoid late filing. Also included are recent updates to local sales tax rates effective January 1, 2025, and changes to state and city minimum […]

Important Due Dates & Tax Supporting Documents are Due

Summary Read 2024 tax filing deadlines are quickly approaching! To ensure timely filing, please upload your tax documents to our secure client portal by the following dates: Partnerships (Form 1065) and S Corporations (Form 1120S): February 15, 2025 Individuals (Form 1040 and FBAR filings) and C Corporations (Form 1120): March 15, 2025 Keep in mind […]

2025-02 Reminder: Combined Excise Tax Filing Due

Summary Read: A reminder that the deadline for filing the January 2025 Washington State combined excise tax return is approaching. Businesses should submit their sales information by February 18, 2025, to avoid late filing. Also included are recent updates to local sales tax rates effective January 1, 2025, and changes to state and city minimum […]