Sales tax now applies to some services

Starting October 1: Some business services are now subject to retail sales tax, as required by state law, ESSB 5814. When you buy these services, vendors should add sales tax to your bill. If you sell these services, you should begin collecting retail sales tax. Learn more about Services newly subject to retail sales tax.

Tax incentives

Tax incentive programs

There are over 50 tax incentive programs available for businesses. These incentives are to encourage the creation and preservation of family-wage jobs, especially in areas with high unemployment.

Deductions

Find out which deductions apply to your business.

Credits

Depending on your business activity, you may qualify for a tax credit.

Sales and use tax deferral programs

Businesses engaged in manufacturing and other specified activities may be eligible to apply for a sales and use tax deferral.

Tax incentive public disclosure reports

Public disclosure reports that provide tax incentive information reported by businesses, as required by law.

Get involved

Every year, Washington state reviews its tax preferences on a ten-year schedule, developed by the Citizen Commission for Performance Measurement of Tax Preferences (RCW 43.136).

If you wish to provide testimony, view reports, or learn more about this process, visit Citizen Commission for Performance Measurement of Tax Preferences.