10 Taxes That Could Be Hidden In Your Next Purchase
Legal reform by taxation? Tennessee attempts to discourage frivolous lawsuits by imposing a tax on all litigation. The amount varies case-by-case and can be as little as $1. New York State also taxes litigation, though it imposes a flat fee of $25. Legal reform by taxation? Tennessee attempts to discourage frivolous lawsuits by imposing a tax on all litigation. The amount varies case-by-case and can be as little as $1. New York State also taxes litigation, though it imposes a flat fee of $25.
Fresh fruit is tax free in California -- unless you get it from a vending machine (which might call into question the freshness in the first place). The Golden State applies a 33 percent tax on all fruit purchased from a vending machine.
Fresh fruit is tax free in California -- unless you get it from a vending machine (which might call into question the freshness in the first place). The Golden State applies a 33 percent tax on all fruit purchased from a vending machine.
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New York applies an 8 cent charge on bagels, but only if they’re sliced or schmeered (NYC slang for a cream cheese spread). Uncut bagels are tax-exempt because they’re considered a grocery item, while sliced bagels are considered “prepared” food.
New York applies an 8 cent charge on bagels, but only if they’re sliced or schmeered (NYC slang for a cream cheese spread). Uncut bagels are tax-exempt because they’re considered a grocery item, while sliced bagels are considered “prepared” food.
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If you’re going on a hot air balloon ride in Kansas you may get slapped with extra tax, depending on whether or not the balloon is tethered to the ground. Tethered hot air balloon rides are considered to be an amusement ride, thus subjected to sales
If you’re going on a hot air balloon ride in Kansas you may get slapped with extra tax, depending on whether or not the balloon is tethered to the ground. Tethered hot air balloon rides are considered to be an amusement ride, thus subjected to sales tax. However, if you’re riding in an untethered hot air balloon, you’re exempt from the tax, since they are considered a legitimate form of air transportation.
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If you’re decorating for Christmas in Texas, be prepared to fork over a bundle in taxes. Christmas pictures meant to be placed in windows are subjected to a special tax. And if you’re hiring someone to decorate your Christmas tree, you’re going to ha
If you’re decorating for Christmas in Texas, be prepared to fork over a bundle in taxes. Christmas pictures meant to be placed in windows are subjected to a special tax. And if you’re hiring someone to decorate your Christmas tree, you’re going to have to pay a tax, although you’re exempt if you provide your own decorations.
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Looking for something fun to do in Pittsburg? You’re probably going to pay extra for it. The city slaps a 5 percent amusement tax on amusement parks, circuses, movie theaters and any business that offers entertainment.
Looking for something fun to do in Pittsburg? You’re probably going to pay extra for it. The city slaps a 5 percent amusement tax on amusement parks, circuses, movie theaters and any business that offers entertainment.
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If you’re surfing the web in Wisconsin, you’re subject to 5 percent sales and use tax on Internet access. There is currently a moratorium on taxation on internet access at the federal level under the 1998 Internet Tax Freedom Act, so states can no lo
If you’re surfing the web in Wisconsin, you’re subject to 5 percent sales and use tax on Internet access. There is currently a moratorium on taxation on internet access at the federal level under the 1998 Internet Tax Freedom Act, so states can no longer tax Internet access. But since the Badger State already had the tax in place before the act was signed into law, it can continue taxing its residents to use the web.
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Residents of Durham, North Carolina are required to pay a tax on their cats and dogs, since the city considers these pets to be personal property. The tax varies, from $10 if your pet is spayed or neutered to $75 if it’s not. The tax only applies to
Residents of Durham, North Carolina are required to pay a tax on their cats and dogs, since the city considers these pets to be personal property. The tax varies, from $10 if your pet is spayed or neutered to $75 if it’s not. The tax only applies to cats and dogs that are four months and older.
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Sweet-tooths beware, Illinois slaps an extra 5 percent surcharge on candy to its 1.25 percent sales tax. Though there are exceptions for candy that contains flour, like Whoppers, and Kit-Kat bars, so Illinoisans trying to dodge these (not-so) sweet t
Sweet-tooths beware, Illinois slaps an extra 5 percent surcharge on candy to its 1.25 percent sales tax. Though there are exceptions for candy that contains flour, like Whoppers, and Kit-Kat bars, so Illinoisans trying to dodge these (not-so) sweet taxes should be sure to check the label. Many states also impose soda taxes, but some are tricky -- if you’re in Chicago, fountain soda is taxed 9 percent, while the same soda from a bottle or can is taxed at just 3 percent.
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If you’re thinking about getting inked in Arkansas, be prepared to pay a 6 percent tax on your tattoo. Same goes for body piercings and electrolysis hair removal.
If you’re thinking about getting inked in Arkansas, be prepared to pay a 6 percent tax on your tattoo. Same goes for body piercings and electrolysis hair removal.
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