Davis Davis & Harmon LLC-Sales Tax Experts

🍔 Happy National Hamburger Day! 🍔

Nothing brings people together like a good burger… except maybe the confusion of sales tax on one.

Here’s a fun fact for business owners and foodies alike:

Depending on the state, your hamburger could be taxed differently based on HOW you buy it:

🍔 Dine-in? Taxed.
🍔 Drive-thru? Usually taxed.
🍔 Grocery store frozen patties? Maybe not taxed.
🍔 Add a soda and fries? Congratulations… your “meal” may now be subject to different tax rules.

For restaurant owners and food businesses, understanding sales tax rules matters because:

✅ Tax rates can vary by city and state
✅ Prepared food is often taxed differently from grocery items
✅ Delivery apps can create additional tax obligations
✅ Multi-state sales can trigger economic nexus

For more information on your sales tax compliance, contact Davis Davis & Harmon LLC.

What Is Economic Nexus, And Why Does It Matter for Your Business.

If your business sells across state lines, you need to know about economic nexus. Many owners think they only collect sales tax in states with a physical location, but that’s no longer true in most states.

Economic nexus links your business to a state based on sales, not physical presence. This means your business may be required to:
• Register for a sales tax permit.
• Collect sales tax from customers.
• File sales tax returns

…even if you do not have:
• An office
• A warehouse
• Employees
• A storefront
in that state.

For more information, please visit the link in our bio.

🚨 Remote Seller Nexus Update: Kentucky

Starting August 1, 2026, Kentucky is simplifying its economic nexus rules for remote sellers.

✅ The 200-transaction threshold is being eliminated
✅ Registration will now be required only if a business exceeds $100,000 in gross sales in Kentucky

This streamlined approach aligns Kentucky with a growing number of states focusing solely on a sales-based threshold for remote seller nexus.

Businesses selling into Kentucky should review their sales activity and prepare for the updated registration requirements before the effective date.

DDH was featured in Forbes.

Forbes highlights Davis Davis & Harmon LLC - Sales Tax Experts’ shift from government to corporate contracts, a turning point that reshaped our growth. We made that pivot over a decade ago and built a national corporate practice around it, scaling with discipline and intention.

Starting a business is one thing. Scaling it is another. This recognition reflects years of ex*****on, bold decisions, and an unwavering belief in the vision we set from day one.

Thank you to Geri Stengel for spotlighting our journey and the growing impact of women-owned businesses in the corporate arena.

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Join Davis Davis & Harmon LLC at the HFTP Evolve Texas Regional Conference in Irving, TX, May 6–8, 2026!

Partners, Chanel Christoff Davis and Terrell Davis will be featured on the panel: “Taxation for the Hospitality Industry”

If you're in the hospitality industry, this is a conversation you don’t want to miss.

Location: Irving, Texas
Dates: May 6 to 8, 2026
To Register - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hftp-evolve-texas-regional-conference-registration-1431972009829

Let’s connect, learn, and evolve together.

Regular Sales Tax Revenue Updates: Texas Continues Strong Performance

Texas monthly sales tax collections reached ~$4 billion (March 2026)—a strong signal of continued economic activity and consumer spending across key sectors.

💡 Why it matters:
Sales tax is the largest source of state revenue, making these updates more than routine, they reflect the overall health of Texas’ economy.

⚠️ What to watch:
Shifts in consumer behavior, inflation, and broader economic conditions could impact future collections.

👔 For businesses & tax professionals:
Staying informed helps you stay compliant, plan strategically, and anticipate policy changes that affect your operations.

📌 Review your sales practices. Stay current on updates. Be proactive.

Need guidance? Davis Davis & Harmon LLC – Sales Tax Experts is here to help.

Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday
📅 April 25–27, 2026

Natural disasters can happen anytime; be ready when they do. Take advantage of the 2026 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday to stock up on essentials tax-free.

What you need to know:
✔️ No limit on qualifying items
✔️ No exemption certificate required
✔️ Applies to select emergency preparation supplies

The holiday begins at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, April 25, and ends at midnight on Monday, April 27, 2026

For a list of qualifying items, visit the https://comptroller.texas.gov/ website.

Plan today. Protect tomorrow.

Texas Business Owners — Don’t Miss This Deadline!

Annual Franchise Tax Reports are due May 15, 2026. Get ahead of the rush by filing now or requesting an extension through Webfile.

Handle reports, payments, extensions, and tax letters in one place.
Your Webfile number (beginning with "XT") can be found on the reminder letter mailed in January.

Need your Webfile number? Call 800-442-3453 with your 11-digit taxpayer number.

File early to stay compliant!

Economic nexus is the risk most companies don’t see until it’s too late.

It doesn’t require a physical presence.
It doesn’t ask for permission.
It simply follows your revenue.

Growth without oversight creates exposure.
And exposure shows up when states start asking questions.

If you’re operating across state lines, the question isn’t if nexus applies.
It’s whether you’ve identified it before an auditor does.

If your growth strategy includes online sales, marketplace facilitators, or multi-state expansion, it may be time to reassess the assumptions guiding your tax posture.

Let’s have the conversation before it becomes a liability.