The Vermont Inventory Schedule (IS) is an inventory system used by the Vermont Department of Taxes to track certain property owned by businesses in the state. The IS composed of two different types of inventory schedules: the Equipment Schedule and the Merchandise Schedule. The Equipment Schedule is used to track tangible real property, such as machinery, equipment, and fixtures, used in a business. This schedule must be filed annually with the state along with the business’s property tax return. The information gathered through this schedule helps the state accurately assess taxes on business property. The Merchandise Schedule is used to track all inventory items used for resale. This schedule must also be filed annually and is used to determine the amount of tax due on the sale of inventory items. The IS an important tool for businesses in Vermont to accurately report their property taxes. Both the Equipment Schedule and the Merchandise Schedule are necessary for businesses in the state to comply with state regulations.