Unsure where you owe sales or use tax
Run Your Nexus Risk CheckEstimate sales tax exposure, use tax exposure, and sales tax nexus before filing, registering, or responding to an audit.
TaxMap tools are designed to identify sales tax and use tax exposure before filing, registering, or responding to audits. Each tool focuses on a specific step so businesses understand where obligations exist, how much liability may be present, and what to do next without committing to compliance prematurely.
Estimate unpaid sales and use tax before filing or registration.
Businesses typically use TaxMap tools to answer three questions in order: where sales tax nexus exists, how much unpaid sales or use tax exposure may have accumulated, and whether products or services are taxable under state rules.
Estimates unpaid sales and use tax liability from prior periods. Used by businesses to understand potential exposure before filing or registration.
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Identifies hidden use tax exposure from purchases, assets, software, and out of state vendors. Commonly used before audits or internal reviews.
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Determines where a business may be required to register and collect sales tax based on economic and physical activity.
TaxMap tools are designed to be used in sequence. The process begins by identifying where sales or use tax nexus exists. Once nexus is identified, exposure can be estimated. After exposure is understood, taxability can be validated. If risk is present, remediation options can be evaluated before filing or engaging tax authorities.
Once you’ve completed your Nexus Risk Assessment, take the next steps to fix past exposure. If you’ve triggered nexus, it’s important to act quickly to stay compliant.
The Sales Tax Nexus Map identifies where a business has established sales or use tax obligations across the United States. It evaluates economic thresholds, physical presence, and transaction activity to determine which states require registration and collection.
The Sales Tax Exposure Calculator estimates unpaid sales and use tax liability by state. It analyzes historical activity and applies tax rates, penalties, and interest to provide a clear view of financial exposure.
The Taxability Engine determines whether products and services are taxable, exempt, or conditionally taxable in each jurisdiction. It applies state-specific tax rules to help businesses understand where tax should have been collected.
The VDP Planner helps businesses evaluate voluntary disclosure and sales tax cleanup options. It provides clarity on remediation paths, lookback periods, and compliance strategies before engaging with tax authorities or advisors.
Use the Sales Tax Exposure in Texas tool to estimate unpaid Texas tax risk.
Check your Sales Tax Exposure in California before registering or filing.
Review Sales Tax Exposure in New York to identify past filing gaps.
Businesses determining tax exposure should review sales tax rates across states and cities Sales Tax Rates by State.
Start with exposure analysis to understand risk, scale, and next steps before compliance decisions are made.
Use TaxMap tools to estimate tax obligations and evaluate nexus exposure.