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charge customers tax or not?

Posted: July 10th, 2006, 10:17 pm
by all starr
California newbee here, do you cali techs, charge a flat fee because its a labor charge for the job,and no materials, or must you charge tax? thanks

Re: charge customers tax or not?

Posted: July 10th, 2006, 10:51 pm
by maxryde
Retail = tax at .079 here in Wa State.

Re: charge customers tax or not?

Posted: July 11th, 2006, 9:59 am
by Dependable Dave
Each state has its own rules for business. Check with your accountant or the Chamber of Commerce, or go online and search for the taxing authority in California. One of the biggest ways new businesses get in trouble is by not paying attention to the tax liability. You don't want to get into a fist fight with the California Bear.

Re: charge customers tax or not?

Posted: July 11th, 2006, 8:00 pm
by J.T.Window
California does not require tax on services - dentists, lawyers, w/s repair people. Also, supplies required to perform services are not taxed, i.e tooth fillings, legal paperwork, resin.
W/S repair is not taxed in California.