Q: I run an upholstery business from home. What's taxable and what's not, and is my labor taxable?
A: In Texas, furniture upholstery labor is taxable along with materials, while auto upholstery labor is not. Here is what you need in Spring:1. Sales tax permit2. Tax on furniture jobs, labor and materials together3. Tax only on parts and materials for auto work, listed separately4. Assumed name certificate for your shop name5. Deed restriction or HOA check for a home shop
A: In Texas, furniture upholstery labor is taxable along with materials, while auto upholstery labor is not. Here is what you need in Spring: 1. Sales tax permit 2. Tax on furniture jobs, labor and materials together 3. Tax only on parts and materials for auto work, listed separately 4. Assumed name certificate for your shop name 5. Deed restriction or HOA check for a home shop
Q: What's taxable in an upholstery business, and is my labor taxable?
A: It depends on the state. An upholstery business usually needs:1. Seller's permit2. Invoices that list labor and materials separately3. General business license4. Zoning or home occupation approval5. Assumed name filing