Indurante – A Swartz + Associates Company

WELCOME TO INDURANTE

For 30 years, Indurante & Associates, Inc. has been the leading provider of rail car property tax services nationwide. We offer our clients a variety of services to cover all rail car property tax filings, assessment review, and payment obligations. Our client base includes small fleet operators, management companies, and large corporations. Our expertise in the rail industry along with long-standing relationships with the taxing jurisdictions allows us to maximize tax savings for our clients. Call or email today to speak to a member of our team.

December 27, 2022

Happy Holidays

Happy Holidays from Indurante As the year closes, we are reflecting on our growth in the four years since Don Swartz bought our business from the […]

October 4, 2020

Issuing Payments in a COVID environment

State tax payment season is upon us. The staff at Indurante has been fortunate to be able to work both in the office and remotely for […]

October 4, 2020

Impact of Covid 19 on 2020-21 filings

With the ongoing challenges faced due to the Covid-19 pandemic, we are pleased to announce all tax filings were filed timely and accurately for all our […]

FAQ

What jurisdictions tax railcars?

29 states, the District of Columbia, Texas Counties, and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation require tax filings and collect tax on privately owned or leased rail cars.

Which states require tax returns be filed through a state website?

Alabama, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, Mississippi, South Carolina, and Utah. Most of the states have a Taxpayer Access Point (TAP) system. Most states also allow companies to register their accounts and make payments online.

Why do my taxes differ from state to state?

Private rail car taxes are personal property taxes based on the value of the fleet as of a lien date. Each state has its own methodology and formula for calculating private rail car taxes. Many states use mileage information to apportion value. Changes in operations, logistical routes, or fleet size can cause taxes to fluctuate from year to year.

What are the state tax payment due dates?

Please see the attached printout for tax payment due dates. Download Here

What rail cars am I responsible for reporting for?

A company is responsible for reporting private rail cars if you are the car owner or if your company is the responsible party for filing the private rail car taxes under your lease agreement.

Why is it important to report mileage from Canada and Mexico?

Any mileage run in North America is acceptable to include in the system mileage total. It is important to include all mileage run by your rail cars to help minimize your tax liability.

Where do I get my mileage information?

Annual mileage reports are distributed by the railroads to companies in February for tax purposes. Make sure that your contact information is current so that you will be included in the distribution. A.A.R. mileage information can also be purchased from Rail Inc.