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Because it is the law. The state of Mass collects sales taxes on every car sold as a way of raising revenue for the operation of the state. Almost every state in the union has a sales tax on the sale of a car.
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Should you pay Massachusetts sales tax on shipping charges as well as internet purchase price?
According to Directive 04-5, you do not pay sales tax in Massachusetts on shipping or transportation charges.
Does Nevada have sales tax on used cars?
If you buy a used car from a private party, there is no sales tax charged. If you buy from a dealer you will pay sales tax based on the county of registration. You pay sales tax on cars when you register the vehicle. The dealer collects it when you buy through them, otherwise the MVD does.
Do you have to pay tax on a even trade?
Do I pay sales tax on even trade? a motocycle for a boat same value in Massachusetts .
Do oregonians pay sales tax on cars in Washington?
Sales tax on cars is different that with other items. The tax depends on where the car is registered. Therefore, an Oregonian can buy a car free of sales tax, as long as they will be registering the vehicle in Oregon.
If you live in Massachusetts and buy a car in Rhode Island do you have to pay sales tax in both states?
No, Only pay the Massachusetts state that you residance)
What is the sales tax for a car in the state of Massachusetts?
The state sales tax rate in Massachusetts is 6.25%
Are shoes taxed sales tax when purchased in Massachusetts?
There is no sales tax on shoes in MA. There is however a luxury tax for items over $175. You pay tax only on the amount over $175.
If you live in tax-free New Hampshire and purchase a car in Massachusetts do you have to pay Massachusetts sales taxes?
From the Motor Vehicle Sales & Use Tax section at http://www.mass.govMotor Vehicle Purchases in Massachusetts by Nonresidents: If a nonresident of Massachusetts purchases a motor vehicle in Massachusetts and takes title to and/or possession of the vehicle in Massachusetts, the sale is subject to the Massachusetts sales/use tax irrespective of whether the nonresident intends to use the motor vehicle within or outside Massachusetts.You have 20 days in which to pay the MA sales tax (6.25 percent in 2012) to avoid penalties and interest, not to mention criminal charges for tax evasion.
Does Massachusetts have a sales tax?
As of August 1, 2009, the sales tax rate in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is 6.25%.
Does Massachusetts have sales tax?
As of August 1, 2009, the sales tax rate in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is 6.25%.
Do Active Duty Military have to pay sales tax for new cars in Florida?
Yes
What is sales tax rate for Massachusetts?
As of August 1, 2009, the sales tax rate in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is 6.25%.
