Washington State has enacted significant tax reforms under Governor Bob Ferguson's Washington's tax landscape has changed significantly over the past year. Several tax changes passed by the Washington Legislature in 2025 are now in effect, including changes to the state's Business &
EV Tax Credit: A Green Light for Electric Vehicles
The electric vehicle (EV) market has changed significantly in the past few years, and so have the federal tax incentives designed to encourage people to buy electric vehicles. If you've seen older articles promising a $7,500 federal tax credit for a new EV or a $4,000 credit for a used EV,
Tax Law Changes You Need to Know in Seattle
Recent state and federal legislative changes introduce significant updates to Washington Business & Occupation (B&O) rates, sales tax scope, capital gains, and federal pass-through rules. 1. Increased B&O Tax Rates & Surcharges (HB 2081) 2. Retail Sales Tax Expansion to
Where to Park Your Cash if the AI Bubble Bursts
With the rapid acceleration of artificial intelligence across the Pacific Northwest tech corridor, a lot of capital has flown directly into high-valuation tech equities. But savvy business owners and investors know that rapid expansion can sometimes build a volatile market landscape. If you've been
Is the “Ditching the Dollar” Narrative Real?
Every business owner knows that a solid strategy relies on looking at data rather than reacting to headlines. Lately, however, a series of sensational economic reports have been circulating online. These articles suggest that foreign powers -- specifically China -- are actively "weaponizing" or
How Seattle’s Public Safety Sales Tax Affects Small Businesses
Updated: Sep 2026 Seattle business owners have another number to keep in mind when they're calculating what customers will pay: 10.55%. That's Seattle's current combined sales tax rate as of 2026, following the addition of a new 0.1% local sales and use tax for public safety programs. The
How Tariffs are Impacting SMBs in Seattle
Small businesses and startups in Seattle are facing rising costs, unpredictable supply chains, and financial pressure due to tariffs on imported goods. From arcade owners to boutique retailers, entrepreneurs are feeling the effects firsthand. Take Gary’s Place, a local waterfront arcade:
How Tariffs Could Impact Your Business and How to Plan Ahead
Tariffs — taxes imposed on imported goods — have been making headlines for years, but many business owners in Seattle still wonder: Do they actually affect me? The short answer is: if your business touches global trade in any form — directly or indirectly — tariffs could have a ripple effect on your