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  • The purpose of these Guides is to provide general information about Massachusetts tax laws and Department of Revenue policies and procedures. They are not designed to address all questions which may arise nor to address complex issues in detail. Nothing contained herein supersedes, alters or otherwise changes any provision of the Massachusetts General Laws, Massachusetts Department of Revenue Regulations, Department rulings or any other sources of the law.


  • Guide to Corporate Excise Tax


  • Guide to Employer Tax Obligations


  • Guide to Personal Income Tax


  • Household Employment Tax Guide

    Find out what your federal and state obligations are when hiring household help.

  • A Guide to the Massachusetts Turnpike Fuels Excise Refund Program

    This guide explains the basics of the Massachusetts Turnpike Fuels Excise Refund Program, including who is eligible to participate and how to claim the refund.

  • A Guide to Sales Tax on Meals

    Revised 12/20/2010

  • A Guide to Sales and Use Tax

    Revised 10/3/2011

  • A Guide to Withholding of Taxes on Wages

    Revised 1/27/2012

  • Should You Be Paying Individual Estimated Taxes?

    This guide answers the most commonly asked questions regarding estimated taxes. Included are an estimated tax payment schedule and examples of what to do in cases where unexpected income is received.

  • Should You Be Paying Use Tax on Foreign Purchases?

    Revised 12/14/2010


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