Find an accountant or CPA in North Carolina

North Carolina has a flat income tax that has been coming down year by year, but businesses still face the state franchise tax and sales tax. Here is how to check a North Carolina CPA and what to ask about.

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Checking a North Carolina CPA

CPAs in North Carolina are licensed by the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners, which has an online license search and publishes disciplinary actions. CPAverify.org is another way to check.

North Carolina taxes

Flat individual income tax, with the rate scheduled to fall in steps - check the rate for the year you are filing.
Franchise tax: corporations, including S corporations, pay North Carolina franchise tax based on their capital, filed with the corporate return.
Sales tax: the state rate is 4.75%, with county taxes added, so most purchases are taxed at around 6.75% to 7.5% in total.

Choosing help

For a growing business, ask whether the accountant handles North Carolina withholding and unemployment tax registration for new employees, and whether an S corporation election makes sense for you. For an individual return, a tax preparer or enrolled agent may be enough.

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How do I verify a CPA in North Carolina?

Use the license search on the North Carolina State Board of CPA Examiners website or CPAverify.org, and check the license is active.

Does North Carolina have a flat income tax?

Yes. North Carolina has a flat individual income tax, and the rate has been reduced in steps, so check the rate for the tax year you are filing.

Do S corporations pay franchise tax in North Carolina?

Yes. Corporations, including S corporations, generally pay North Carolina franchise tax with their annual corporate return.

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