August 22, 2023 • 44 mins
Do you ever feel like you're navigating a labyrinth when it comes to tax strategy, especially when expanding internationally? Fear not, because we've got James Bright from Avalara, a leading tax management solution company on our show, ready to guide you through the maze. He shares with us Avalara's three-pillared approach to tax management: tax registration, calculating tax at the transaction stage, and ensuring timely and accurate tax filing.
We tackle the nitty-gritty of cross-border commerce, diving into the challenges and solutions that come with it. From staying updated with the ever-changing tax legislation to understanding how tax profiles impact businesses of various sizes, James offers his expert insights. We also debunk some common misconceptions about cross-border sales tax, and how it influences the customer experience. The importance of transparency, especially when it comes to delivery duties and tax-inclusive pricing, is highlighted, along with ways to enhance efficiency in transactions.
Lastly, we pivot our conversation to the significance of compliance and market research in international expansion. James emphasizes the perils of cutting corners when it comes to tax calculations, and the potential long-term effects of non-compliance. We wrap up the episode by peeking into the future, exploring potential trends in the ecommerce space. So, join us on this enlightening journey, and equip yourself with the knowledge to make your business tax compliant and ready for international expansion.
We tackle the nitty-gritty of cross-border commerce, diving into the challenges and solutions that come with it. From staying updated with the ever-changing tax legislation to understanding how tax profiles impact businesses of various sizes, James offers his expert insights. We also debunk some common misconceptions about cross-border sales tax, and how it influences the customer experience. The importance of transparency, especially when it comes to delivery duties and tax-inclusive pricing, is highlighted, along with ways to enhance efficiency in transactions.
Lastly, we pivot our conversation to the significance of compliance and market research in international expansion. James emphasizes the perils of cutting corners when it comes to tax calculations, and the potential long-term effects of non-compliance. We wrap up the episode by peeking into the future, exploring potential trends in the ecommerce space. So, join us on this enlightening journey, and equip yourself with the knowledge to make your business tax compliant and ready for international expansion.
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