sales tax and dealers

[richard.ucci@att.net]

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Thanks Guy, you have been a great help. I may take you up on your offer.

Rick Ucci/Ucci Piano

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> Rick, 
> There are variances state-by-state. In some cases, businesses and 
> institutions don't pay tax if they issue a "non-tax-certificate" to the 
> vendor. In some cases there may be tax on labor, but not on parts. In any 
> case, it may be necessary to supply a copy of your states' requirements in 
> order to get paid fairly. Most states have a pamphlet or flier that you can 
> use when you invoice the customer. A common problem is churches, where the 
> secretary may not be aware of state requirements, and will argue to death 
> about the charges. In those situations, you can sometimes make a "point" by 
> crossing off the tax, AND the institutional discount. Same for dealers. If 
> they return your payment with something crossed-off the invoice, re-bill 
> for the difference, include the tax code pamphlet, and add in your 
> re-invoice charge. (same as bad check). Supply the phone number for your 
> state tax and revenue department. 
> We don't like to "burn bridges", but theft of you your labor due 
> to ignorance is no less costly than theft due to malice. The good thing is 
> that ignorance can be cured. It's part of our job. 
> If you are totally uncomfortable with the process, or wish to use a third 
> party, feel free to call me at 505-642-8640. I'll contact your tax and rev 
> dept. and the dealer. 
> Have fun. If your accountant is correct, in your state, then you "win". 
> So.... do it with a smile. 
> 
> Best Regards, 
> Guy Nichols, RPT 
> Chair, Trade Relations Committee, PTG 
> 
> At 11:54 PM 10/21/2004 +0000, you wrote: 
> 
> >Hi List, 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >What do you all do about charging dealers sales tax for work done for 
> >them? I've tried a couple of times only to see it crossed off the invoice. 
> >My accountant tells me that they should be paying it. 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >Thanks, 
> > 
> > 
> > 
> >Rick Ucci/Ucci Piano 
> 
> 
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