Marketplace Facilitator

A Marketplace Facilitator is a business or platform that helps connect buyers and sellers in an online marketplace. They manage the transaction process, including payment processing, handling customer service, and sometimes shipping. Because they facilitate these sales, they often take on the responsibility for collecting sales tax on behalf of the sellers. This means that when you buy something from various sellers on that platform, the facilitator ensures the tax is calculated and collected correctly, simplifying the process for both buyers and sellers. Examples include companies like Amazon and eBay.