Glenn Hegar
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts
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PODCAST EPISODES ARCHIVE

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Tax Type Release Date* Title Description Length
Franchise Tax 2018-05 Franchise Tax Filing Reminder (MP3) This episode highlights the franchise tax due date on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, and provides information on filing your reports in Texas. For more information, visit the Franchise Tax Overview webpage. 7 min.
Sales Tax 2019-09 Texas Tax Responsibilities for Sellers after Wayfair – Overview (MP3) This episode gives a general overview of the changes that occurred in Texas resulting from the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in South Dakota v. Wayfair. We will also discuss House Bill 1525 from the 86th Texas Legislative Session, which creates new tax responsibilities for marketplace providers and marketplace sellers. For more information, see Remote Sellers. 13 min.
Sales Tax 2019-08 Booster Clubs (MP3) This episode highlights booster clubs and their tax exemptions and responsibilities. For more information, see Booster Clubs and Publication 94-183, School Fundraisers. 6 min.
Sales Tax 2019-08 Sales Tax Holiday (Back-to-School Items) (MP3) This episode highlights the 2019 Sales Tax Holiday happening Friday, Aug. 9 – Sunday, Aug 11. For more information, see Sales Tax Holiday. 8 min.
Sales Tax 2019-05 Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday (MP3) This episode highlights the 2019 Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday happening Saturday, May 25 – Monday, May 27 (Memorial Day). For more information about the topics in this podcast, see the following: 6 min.
Sales Tax 2019-05 Texas ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday (MP3) This episode highlights the Texas ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday happening Saturday, May 25 - Monday, May 27 (Memorial Day). For more information about the topics in this podcast, see the following: 6 min.
Sales Tax 2019-04 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday (MP3) This episode highlights the Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday happening April 27 – 29. For more information about the topics in this podcast, see the following: 11 min.
Sales Tax 2019-01 Don’t Overpay – Completing Your Sales Tax Return Accurately (MP3)
  • This episode highlights the sales tax return form and what to include when reporting your total sales, taxable sales and taxable purchases.
  • As the seller, did you include sales tax in the sales price you billed your customer? If so, make sure to “back out” the sales tax before reporting on your sales tax return.
  • To “back out” the sales tax, follow this formula:
    • Sales price (tax included) divided by (1.0 plus your applicable tax rate) equals the taxable amount.
    • For example, your total sales (tax included) are $1,000 and your tax rate is 8.25 percent (0.0825). The formula is $1,000 divided by 1.0825 (1.0 plus 0.0825), which equals $923.78. Remember to round to the nearest dollar on your sales tax return, $924.
5 min.
Sales Tax 2018-10 Part 5: Exempt Applications and Processing (MP3) This episode highlights certain Texas tax exemptions for nonprofit organizations and the first steps to take to qualify for these exemptions. For more information, see Tax Exemptions for Qualified Organizations. 6 min.
Sales Tax 2018-09 Part 4: Educational Organizations (MP3) This episode highlights Texas tax exemptions for nonprofit educational organizations and the steps to apply for exemption. For more information, see Educational Organizations. 11 min.
Sales Tax 2018-09 Part 3: Charitable Organizations (MP3) This episode highlights Texas tax exemptions for nonprofit charitable organizations and the steps to apply for exemption. For more information, see Charitable Organizations. 10 min.
Sales Tax 2018-09 Part 2: Religious Organizations (MP3) This episode highlights Texas tax exemptions for nonprofit religious organizations and the steps to apply for exemption. For more information, see Religious Organizations. 11 min.
Sales Tax 2018-08 Part 1: Introduction to Exempt Organizations (MP3) This episode highlights certain Texas tax exemptions for nonprofit organizations and the first steps to take to qualify for these exemptions. For more information, see Tax Exemptions for Qualified Organizations. 13 min.
Sales Tax 2018-08 Sales Tax Holiday (Back-to-School Items) (MP3) This episode highlights the Sales Tax Holiday happening Friday, Aug. 10 – Sunday, Aug 12. For more information, see Sales Tax Holiday. 7 min.
Sales Tax 2018-05 Texas ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday (MP3) This episode highlights the Texas ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday happening Saturday, May 26 - Monday, May 28. For more information, see ENERGY STAR® Sales Tax Holiday. 6 min.
Sales Tax 2018-05 Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday (MP3) This episode highlights the Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday happening Saturday, May 26 – Monday, May 28. For more information, see Water-Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday. 5 min.
Sales Tax 2018-04 Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday (MP3) This episode highlights the Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday happening April 28-30. For more information, visit the Emergency Preparation Supplies Sales Tax Holiday webpage. 9 min.
Sales Tax 2018-01 Part 1: Filing Methods (MP3) This episode highlights sales and use tax return requirements, due dates and filing options. 10 min.
Sales Tax 2018-01 Part 2: Components of Sales Tax Returns (MP3) This episode highlights the components of the sales tax return specifically covering line items total sales, taxable sales and taxable purchases. 7 min.
Sales Tax 2018-01 Part 3: Frequently Asked Questions (MP3) This episode highlights frequently asked questions about filing requirements and paying sales tax. In addition, guest speakers from our Taxpayer Services department and our Austin field office provide tips on filing and paying your sales tax returns. 15 min.
Sales Tax 2018-01 Part 4: Do I Need a Sales Tax Permit? (MP3) This episode highlights frequently asked questions about filing requirements and paying sales tax. In addition, guest speakers from our Taxpayer Services department and our Austin field office provide tips on filing and paying your sales tax returns. 6 min.

*Date format: YYYY-MM