Free tax workshops in Tacoma and Kent

OLYMPIA, Wash. – Sept. 12, 2024 – Are you new to owning a business or confused about your state tax responsibilities as a business owner?

The Washington State Department of Revenue is offering free in-person tax workshops Sept. 18 in Tacoma and Sept. 19 in Kent. During these workshops, you will have the opportunity to learn about Washington excise taxes, reporting classifications, deductions, sales tax collections and recordkeeping requirements. You can also ask questions about taxes that apply specifically to your business.

Tacoma

  • Date: Wednesday, Sept. 18.
  • Time: 1-3 p.m.
  • Location: Department of Revenue, 3315 S. 23rd St. Suite 217, Tacoma.

Register online for this workshop.

Kent

  • Date: Thursday, Sept. 19.
  • Time: 2-4:30 p.m.
  • Location: Department of Revenue, 20819 72nd Ave. S., Kent.

Register online for this workshop.

Search for other upcoming workshops on Revenue’s Business tax basics workshops page. For accommodations, please call 360-704-5683 or email tpseducationoutreach@dor.wa.gov.

Revenue offers several ways for businesses to learn about taxes. Visit the Education page to learn about upcoming events, workshops, or tax obligations for specific industries. 

Business owners also can watch a short streaming video version of the workshop online.

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The Department of Revenue is Washington state’s primary tax agency, nationally recognized as a trusted leader in tax administration and customer service. Revenue administers nearly 60 categories of taxes that help fund vital public services. It also oversees programs that return money to the public, including the Working Families Tax Credit and Unclaimed Property.