Sales tax now applies to some services

Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.

Main Street Tax Credit Program expanded

Issue Date

Intended audience: Main street organizations.

Beginning Oct. 1, 2024, individual Main Street Organizations that reach the usual $160,000 per organization credit cap for contributions made, can exceed that cap in the fourth quarter of the year if credits are remaining under the $5 million statewide cap. The total credits allowed are on a first-come basis and may not exceed $250,000 annually for each Main Street Organization.

Applications will be open between 8 a.m. on Oct. 1 and 8 a.m. on Dec. 31 of each calendar year. More information Please see our Main Street tax credit incentive page for more information. Chapter 82.73 RCW

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