How Do I Avoid Paying Taxes on Shopify? Shopify Tax Collection and Management

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  • Enabling and Managing Tax Settings on Shopify

    • In your Shopify admin, click Products. Uncheck Charge taxes on products to avoid paying taxes.
    • Shopify automatically collects sales tax you enable, based on the customer’s location.
    • Access Shopify Dashboard, go to Settings then Taxes.
    • Ensure products are set to appropriate tax categories and activate tax collection for relevant jurisdictions.
    • This ensures the right tax collection during checkout.

  • Understanding Tax Implications for Different Scenarios

    • Sale of stock shares incur taxes when sold.
    • Structured settlements pay out over time, not lump sums, spreading out tax liability.
    • Settlements not taxable include workers comp and damages for physical injuries.

  • Guidelines for Initiation of Shopify Tax Payment

    • To start Shopify tax payment, scroll to Tax History. Click Pay Taxes and follow directions.
    • Online payments have one-time convenience fees based on amounts owed.

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