Jan 13 2009

Internet Sales Tax Could be a Reality

Tag: Internet NewsSmitty @ 6:16 pm

Web’s tax-free ride may end
States are trying to raise revenue, but collecting from online sales won’t be easy
By Rachel Metz | The Associated Press
January 13, 2009

NEW YORK – Shopping online can be a way to find bargains while steering clear of crowds — and sales taxes.

But those tax breaks are starting to erode. With the recession pummeling states’ budgets, their governments increasingly want to fill the gaps by collecting taxes on Internet sales.

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