THE 50-STATE SALES TAX CHECKLIST BUILT FOR INTERIOR DESIGNERS
Interior designers face complex multi-state sales tax rules that most accountants miss. Get instant access to our 50-state compliance checklist to avoid costly mistakes, stay audit-ready, and confidently manage nexus across every project.
WHAT’S INSIDE THE 50-STATE SALES TAX CHECKLIST
If you’ve ever wondered “Do I need to charge sales tax here?” — this is where you get your answer. Built specifically for interior designers, this checklist breaks down exactly what applies to your projects, your invoices, and the states you work in:
- 50-state breakdown of what’s taxable (services vs. product vs. install)
- Economic nexus thresholds so you know where you’re exposed
- Clear guidance for service-only vs. product-based design firms
- Invoice structure tips to avoid accidentally triggering tax
- Resale certificate and documentation best practices
- Filing requirements and key compliance considerations by state
Get instant access to the checklist and see exactly where your firm stands.
IS THIS CHECKLIST FOR YOU?
This checklist is built for interior designers who sell products, manage installations, or take on projects across state lines — and aren’t 100% sure what that means for sales tax.
We hear the same question all the time: “I just landed a project in another state…do I need to register there?”
If that sounds familiar, or you want to be prepared before it happens, this checklist will give you clarity.
It’s especially valuable if you:
- Ship furniture, lighting, or décor to clients in different states
- Just landed a project outside your home state
- Work with vendors, receivers, or warehouses in multiple locations
- Bundle design services with product sales on your invoices
- Haven’t reviewed your nexus exposure in the last 12 months
- Want to be audit-ready before it becomes a problem
Whether you’re at $500K or $3M+, sales tax compliance isn’t optional — and getting it wrong gets expensive fast.
HOW THIS CHECKLIST BENEFITS YOUR DESIGN FIRM
Avoid Costly Penalties
Identify nexus gaps, missing registrations, and invoicing mistakes before the state does. One audit can cost thousands in back taxes and penalties—this checklist helps you stay ahead.
Save Time & Reduce Stress
Get clear answers on where to register, what to track, and how to structure invoices. No more wondering if you're doing it right—just follow the checklist and move forward with confidence.
Stay Audit-Ready Year-Round
Use the included tracker to manage resale certificates, filing deadlines, and state registrations in one place. When (not if) an audit happens, you'll be ready.
Patrick Tennant
“I have been with Logistis for Designers for almost 3 years now and they really have taken the pressure off of the financial stress of owning your own business! As a designer, most of my time is spent in design and the support of Logistis for Designers to remotely manage the money side of things has really allowed me to take on more projects and free up more of my time.”
WHO’S BEHIND THIS DESIGNER SALES TAX GUIDE?
Logistis for Designers specializes in accounting and CFO services exclusively for interior designers. We understand how your projects, product sales, and multi-state work actually function — and where sales tax mistakes happen.
We created this checklist because too many design firms are unknowingly exposed to risk across state lines. This gives you a clear starting point to get it right.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
You’re not alone. This is one of the most common issues we see with interior designers. Many states offer voluntary disclosure programs that can reduce penalties if you act before an audit. This checklist helps you identify where you may already have exposure so you can take the next step with clarity.
STOP GUESSING. START PROTECTING YOUR PROFITS.
Get clarity on your sales tax obligations across all 50 states so you can move forward with confidence.