consumerMarch 15, 2024· 4 min read
Why Your Receipt Total Looks Higher Than Expected
In most US states, prices are shown before tax. That gap between the shelf price and your receipt total is sales tax—here's how to calculate it.
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Practical guides on reverse sales tax, tax formulas, state rates, and related topics.
guidesMarch 1, 2024· 4 min read
Reverse Tax Formula Explained With Examples
The formula to work backwards from a tax-included price is straightforward. This post breaks it down with examples and edge cases.
Read article →guidesFebruary 15, 2024· 6 min read
VAT vs Sales Tax: What's the Difference?
Sales tax and VAT both add to the final price you pay, but they're structured very differently. This guide cuts through the confusion.
Read article →guidesFebruary 1, 2024· 5 min read
How To Remove Tax From a Total Price (Step-by-Step)
Need to strip the tax out of a receipt total? This guide walks through the exact formula and gives you real examples for every scenario.
Read article →referenceJanuary 20, 2024· 8 min read
Sales Tax Rates By State 2024 – Complete Reference
A complete, up-to-date reference of US sales tax rates by state—including state base rates and average local tax rates for 2024.
Read article →guidesJanuary 15, 2024· 7 min read
How Reverse Sales Tax Works – The Complete Guide
Reverse sales tax lets you work backwards from a total price to find the original pre-tax amount. Here's the formula, examples, and when you'll need it.
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Use our reverse sales tax calculator by state to get pre-loaded rates for your location.