Do you have to pay sales tax on a car that is given to you for free?
Vehicle Sales Tax? On the car I bought 6+ years ago?
Sales tax for vehicle purchases out of state
Is this sales tax correct? 17.5% on M&Ms and 15% on a mandatory gratuity seems excessive.
When do I charge sales tax in Minnesota?
You need to charge sales tax in Minnesota if you have a sales tax nexus in the state.
A sales tax nexus means different things in different states. It can mean having a physical location (e.g. a brick and mortar store), or someone in the state working for you. For ecommerce it can also mean having an ‘affiliate’ or click through sales tax nexus.
To know for certain if you should be charging sales tax in Minnesota, check the Minnesota government sales tax website.
Which goods are exempt from sales tax in Minnesota?
Some goods are exempt from sales tax in Minnesota for example groceries, prescription drugs and some items of clothing. You'll also find Minnesota sales tax exemptions which can be applied because the seller or purchaser meets certain criteria.
For a full list of exemptions, check the Minnesota government tax website.