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Taxes in Texas
We have to charge taxes on surveys in Texas (anything referencing a property line). Would this hold true for a Texas firm providing surveys in other states which do not require taxes?
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5 Replies
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In NJ we do not charge taxes on surveys, we provide professional services, not a product.
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Same as Chris here in California. The lawyers would never allow taxes on services.
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Yes, you have to collect taxes. Even in states where it’s not collected.
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Not true in NJ. When I first started my LLC in NJ the state tried to fine me for not paying estimated quarterly sales taxes. It took hours on the telephone but I won because a professional services business is not required to collect sales taxes in NJ, just as you don’t pay sales taxes to lawyers, doctors or dentists.
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Some quick googling (so take this advice with a grain of salt) shows that taxable services that are “used” outside the state are not subject to Texas sales tax.
What I find funny is that surveying is lumped I with janitorial services and lawn care.
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