No. Sales and use taxes are imposed at the state (and often local) level—there is no general federal VAT/sales tax. :contentReference[oaicite:15]{index=15}

Alaska (locals may tax), Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire, and Oregon. :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}

Wayfair (2018) let states require remote sellers to collect tax based on economic nexus, not just physical presence. :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}

Yes. Every state with a sales tax has adopted an economic nexus standard post-Wayfair (thresholds vary). :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}

Many states source services to the customer’s location (destination/benefit-of-service), but tests differ. Always confirm the state’s sourcing rule. :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}

Rules that require platforms (e.g., Amazon, eBay) to collect and remit tax on third-party sales once thresholds are met. :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

Yes. Many states require collecting combined state + local rates based on destination, including self-administered localities in places like Colorado. :contentReference[oaicite:21]{index=21}

The Tax Foundation publishes mid-year snapshots; vendors like Avalara provide up-to-date state pages and maps. :contentReference[oaicite:22]{index=22}

6.5% state rate; local rates vary by jurisdiction and change quarterly. :contentReference[oaicite:23]{index=23}

7.25% (includes a mandatory 1.25% statewide local add-on); many districts add more. :contentReference[oaicite:24]{index=24}

The state rate was cut from 4.5% to 4.2% (currently scheduled to sunset in 2027). :contentReference[oaicite:25]{index=25}

Technically it’s a Gross Receipts Tax on vendors; the statewide base is currently about 4.875%, plus locals. :contentReference[oaicite:26]{index=26}

It functions similarly but is imposed on the seller’s gross receipts (not directly on the buyer), with common pass-through. Rate is 4% plus county surcharges.

Often yes, but service taxability varies widely by state and by service type (digital, professional, SaaS, etc.). Check each state’s rules. :contentReference[oaicite:27]{index=27}

They may for marketplace-facilitated sales, but you might still have registration/filing for your direct sales. Review each state’s facilitator statute. :contentReference[oaicite:28]{index=28}

See the Tax Foundation’s mid-year tables for averages, ranks, and maximum local rates. :contentReference[oaicite:29]{index=29}

Recent snapshots often show Louisiana and Tennessee at or near the top, with others like Arkansas and Washington also high. :contentReference[oaicite:30]{index=30}

Yes—if you’re registered or required to collect in that state, holiday rules (dates/items) apply to your sales too. :contentReference[oaicite:31]{index=31}

Frequently (often quarterly). Large states like California and Washington publish frequent updates to district/local rates. :contentReference[oaicite:32]{index=32}

Track nexus, register where required, apply correct destination rates, and monitor marketplace/facilitator and local-rate changes. Use state DOR tools and reputable aggregators for rates and rules. :contentReference[oaicite:33]{index=33}