It looks like Georgia may be able to reach a deal with Amazon.com to get the e-retailer to start charging sales tax on its transactions in Georgia. That could lead other e-retailers to follow suit.
Georgians only have a few months left to buy over the Internet and avoid sales taxes through some retailers. A new law will force some online sellers to start collecting sales tax. Brick-and-mortar shop owners call it a first step toward leveling the playing field.