Sandy is one of Salt Lake County’s most established commercial markets — home to a dense corridor of professional services firms, financial companies, medical and dental practices, retail centers, and tech employers that make it one of the most economically active cities along the Wasatch Front. For Sandy business owners, staying ahead of federal and […]

West Valley City is Utah’s second-largest city and one of the most economically diverse communities along the Wasatch Front. With a strong manufacturing base, a large retail and services sector, a thriving immigrant entrepreneurship community, and growing commercial development, West Valley City businesses operate across a wide range of industries — each with its own […]

Utah sales tax is one of the most frequently mismanaged compliance obligations for small and mid-sized businesses. The rules governing what is taxable, when you have an obligation to collect, and how to file vary based on your industry, business model, and where your customers are located — and the Utah State Tax Commission actively […]

St. George is one of the fastest-growing cities in the United States — and Washington County’s booming economy reflects it. Tourism, real estate development, retirement-driven service businesses, healthcare, construction, and a rapidly expanding professional services sector have made St. George a dynamic and complex business environment. For business owners in St. George, the tax decisions […]

Running a business means interacting with dozens of tax forms — many of which look similar but serve very different purposes. A sole proprietor’s tax picture looks nothing like an S-Corporation’s. An employer files forms a solo freelancer never sees. Understanding which forms apply to your business, what they report, and when they are due […]

Federal and Utah state tax law changes regularly enough that what applied two years ago may not apply today. This summary covers the most significant recent changes affecting Utah small business owners — with a focus on the years 2023–2025. For the complete 2024 tax law changes overview, see our tax changes 2024 article. This […]

Tax season arrives the same time every year — but the businesses that handle it smoothly are the ones that prepared throughout the year, not just in March. This checklist covers every significant tax obligation for Utah small business owners: income tax, payroll tax, sales tax, year-end documentation, and Utah-specific filings. Work through it in […]

Understanding the language your CPA uses — and the terms on your tax return — puts you in a stronger position to manage your business finances, ask better questions, and make more informed decisions. This glossary covers the most commonly used accounting, bookkeeping, tax, and financial terms relevant to Utah small business owners. A Accounts […]

The IRS publishes an enormous volume of guidance — publications, forms, instructions, notices, revenue rulings, and FAQs. For small business owners, navigating it can feel overwhelming. This guide cuts through the noise and identifies the IRS and Utah state resources most directly useful for day-to-day business operations, tax preparation, and compliance. IRS Online Tools and […]

Missing a tax deadline costs money — penalties, interest, and sometimes enforcement action. The calendar below consolidates every recurring federal and Utah state tax obligation for small business owners, organized by month. Bookmark this page and cross-reference it with your own accounting calendar at the start of each year. Note: When a deadline falls on […]