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Proving A Minnesota Service Is Outside Sales Tax
A Minnesota business may assume that its services are outside the state sales tax system because it does not sell physical goods. That assumption is often…
Minnesota Commercial Property Classification Changes Explained
A change to the property tax classification of a commercial building in Minnesota can affect the property’s tax capacity, annual tax bill, appeal rights and…
IRS Audit Reconsideration for Minnesota Taxpayers
An IRS audit can feel especially difficult when you are living outside the United States. For an Australian resident with a Minnesota employer, rental…
Minnesota sales tax on catering and banquet services
For Australian businesses, event organisers and venue managers, Minnesota’s treatment of catered meals can feel unfamiliar. The state does not apply a single…
How to amend a Minnesota return for a missed deduction
A missed deduction can leave you paying more Minnesota income tax than necessary. If you discover the error after filing, you may be able to correct it by…
Minnesota tax treatment of disaster loss deductions for homeowners
A flood, wildfire, severe storm or other disaster can create a substantial financial loss for a homeowner. The tax treatment, however, depends on more than the…
IRS Penalty Abatement For First-Time Relief In Minnesota
A tax penalty can grow quickly when a return, payment, or deposit is late. For an Australian individual or business dealing with United States tax obligations,…
What to Do After Receiving a Minnesota State Tax Lien Notice
A Minnesota state tax lien notice can be unsettling, particularly if you live in Australia and are more familiar with the Australian Taxation Office, state…
Paying Your Child’s College Tuition in Minnesota
For an Australian family sending a son or daughter to a US university, the payment may look straightforward: transfer the money, settle the invoice and get on…
Minnesota Sales Tax Rules for Leases and Rentals
Australian businesses entering the United States often expect Minnesota rental transactions to work much like equipment hire arrangements in Sydney, Melbourne…