Invoicing in Louisiana

Built-in handling of LA sales tax (4.45% state rate) and statutory late fees.

State sales tax
4.45%
Late fee max
1.5%/mo
Metros covered
9
Written contract req.
Yes
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Louisiana compliance at a glance

  • Sales tax: 4.45% state rate. State 4.45%; combined often 9-11%, highest in nation.
  • Late fees: Up to 1.5% per month. (La. Rev. Stat. 搂9:3500) Conventional rate 12%/yr; commercial loans not subject to usury cap.
  • Written contracts: Required for jobs over $7,500.
  • Prompt-pay law: Louisiana Prompt Payment Act (La. Rev. Stat. 搂9:2784 for construction; 搂39:1695 for state). Construction subs paid within 14 days of GC receiving payment; 0.5% per day late penalty up to 15%.

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