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SALT Explorer

A better way to build sales and use tax estimates.
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Our digital state and local tax (SALT) platform can help you save time and reduce risk.

Estimating your project’s tax liability in unfamiliar jurisdictions can be a daunting task that involves scouring lengthy tax guides and local government websites. These resources are not only time-consuming but often out-of-date—creating a risk to your financial performance. That’s why Forvis Mazars created SALT Explorer—a streamlined platform for sales and use tax estimation.

An Innovative Tax Platform

Backed by 100 years of experience serving the construction industry.

SALT Explorer is a web-based platform that helps empower contractors operating in multiple states with quick and accurate project-specific sales or use tax liability estimates using the latest tax rates. No more searching through endless PDFs and local government websites for tax rate guidance. Our intuitive platform generates customized sales or use tax reports, offers essential tax insights curated by professionals with local knowledge, and provides direct access to Forvis Mazars SALT advisors.

  • Web-based application
  • Guided project setup
  • Customized sales or use tax reports with estimates
  • Curated local knowledge
  • Connected to Forvis Mazars SALT advisors

How It Works

SALT Explorer's project setup form guides estimators through important variables necessary for creating accurate bids by:

  • Locating the relevant tax jurisdiction using the project’s address or GPS coordinates
  • Walking step-by-step through project costs, such as materials and labor

When you enter project costs and the type of contract, SALT Explorer uses the latest state and local tax codes and rates to generate up-to-date sales or use tax liability estimates, as well as:

  • State tax rates
  • City, county, and special district tax rates
  • Detailed state guidance
  • Information regarding each state's treatment of construction contracts

Setup screen for Forvis Mazars' SALT Explorer tool.

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