How Much Is Tax When You Buy Something 🎉 🎁
Most countries use one of two systems to tax your purchases. Sales Tax (United States) Added at the . The price on the tag is usually "net" (before tax). Rates vary by state, county, and city.
The percentage isn't a flat rule; it shifts based on three main factors: 1. Geography
Alcohol, tobacco, and sugar often carry much higher "Excise Taxes." 3. Online vs. In-Person how much is tax when you buy something
"Occupancy taxes" can add 15%+ to your nightly bill.
💡 If you are a tourist in a VAT country (like France or Japan), you can often get a tax refund at the airport by showing your passport and receipts for large purchases. Most countries use one of two systems to tax your purchases
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The total tax you pay when buying something depends entirely on and what you are buying . Most people encounter Sales Tax or Value Added Tax (VAT), which can range from 0% to over 25%. The Basics: Sales Tax vs. VAT Rates vary by state, county, and city
0% (e.g., Oregon) to ~10% (e.g., parts of Louisiana). Value Added Tax / VAT (Europe, UK, Australia) Included in the sticker price . The price you see is exactly what you pay. Businesses pay tax at each stage of production. Range: 5% to 27% (e.g., Hungary). What Determines the Rate?
I never realized how prominent Dewey was this season compared to the others. He always reminded me of a prototype for the youngest son on “The Middle.” Do you think you will analyze that sitcom here?
Hi, Miranda! Thanks for reading and commenting.
I haven’t decided yet about THE MIDDLE — we’ve got lots of shows to get through before then!
What are your thoughts on Malcolm’s Car? The main story with Malcolm isn’t the best, but the Hal and Craig subplots are enjoyable in my opinion.
Hi, Charlie! Thanks for reading and commenting.
I deliberately excluded it because I think it’s well below average. I enjoy Craig, but I find his stories to be subpar distractions that have little to do with the series’ situation (unless they’re more about the main cast than him, which this one isn’t), and while the Hal idea is appropriately jokey — like almost every Hal idea this season — there are funnier uses of him above. Also, it goes without saying, but the Malcolm A-story is incredibly generic and has nothing to do with his individual depiction. That’s a pretty big handicap.
Probably the weakest season even though there are still good episodes.
I’m really loving your blog by the way. “Seinfeld” is one of my favorites and I love your commentary!
Hi, Jamesson! Thanks for reading and commenting.
I appreciate your kind words — stay tuned for more SEINFELD talk in 2024, when this blog looks at CURB YOUR ENTHUSIASM!