This article was published by the MA Department of Revenue. I. Introduction The U.S. Treasury minted the last penny on November 12, 2025. Nevertheless, a penny remains legal tender. As a result, vendors may be experiencing a penny shortage, and they have begun rounding to the nickel to make change. This Directive provides guidance to vendors [...]
When? Beginning with the July 2024 period, the Meals, Food & Beverage (MFB) account type will replace the Meals Tax (MLS) account type for reporting and remitting sales tax on meals. A new certificate with the MFB account type will be mailed to each location to be posted at that location upon receipt. If you are [...]
Many small business owners in MA don't fully understand their tax responsibilities. This video will help teach small business owners about tax compliance, which may include sales and use taxes, including meals taxes, and withholding taxes for your employees. Taxes can be filed and paid through the MA DOR's web-based application once you register. You can [...]
A Massachusetts tax professional can help prepare your taxes or represent you in an appeal or collection case. So, how do you find the right tax professional for you? You can do so through one of these professional member organizations: the Massachusetts Society of Enrolled Agents (whose tax practitioners are licensed by the Department of Treasury [...]
Mass.gov has a very user-friendly online resource called TaxConnect that provides information about your state taxes. This video tutorial gives you an overview of the MassTaxConnect system, including how to set up an account and/or log in. You'll learn how to pay a tax bill or make an extension or estimated tax payment using the "Make [...]
