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State & Local Tax Services in Northern Virginia
Doing business in Virginia, Maryland and DC means more than one set of tax rules. We help you register, file and stay compliant across the DMV, from our base in Ashburn.
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- State registrations
- Multi state filings
- Sales and use tax
- Help with state notices
What's included
What our State & Local Taxes service includes
Multi state filing
Filings for businesses working across Virginia, Maryland and DC.
Sales & use tax
Registration and filings if your business sells taxable goods or services.
Local business taxes
Help with local business license and other local tax requirements.
Registrations
Registering your business with the right state and local agencies.
Notices
Help understanding and responding to letters from state tax agencies.
How it works
Getting started is simple
- 01
Review
We look at where you do business and what you sell.
- 02
Register & plan
We register you where needed and set a filing calendar.
- 03
File on time
We prepare and file your state and local returns.
Industries we serve
We work with businesses across Northern Virginia, DC and Maryland, including:
From our blog
Helpful guides
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FAQs
State & Local Taxes questions
Do I need to file in DC or Maryland if I am based in Virginia?
It depends on where you do business, where your employees work and where your customers are. We review your situation and tell you what is required.
Do I need to collect sales tax?
It depends on what you sell and where. We help you figure out whether you need to register and file.
Can you help with a notice from a state agency?
Yes. We help you understand the notice and respond.
Do you also prepare federal returns?
Yes. See our business tax preparation service.
Do you file DC franchise tax returns?
Yes. Businesses that do business in Washington, DC generally file a DC franchise tax return. We prepare it along with your federal and Virginia returns.
Do you work with clients outside Ashburn?
Yes. We work remotely with clients throughout Northern Virginia, Washington, DC and Maryland.