The Law Offices of A. Antonio Tomas, P.A. Helps with the Florida Use Tax

July 2, 2012 - PRLog -- Tax laws can serve to be increasingly confusing and cause serious problems for the large majority of Floridians filing their taxes. There may seem to be a large amount of questions that go unanswered, and there are quite a few people who don’t know the full extent of their own taxable income. An attorney from the Law Offices of A. Antonio Tomas wants to make sure that you don’t find yourself unprepared. The legal team understands the disagreeability that comes with owing the state money, and they’re ready to help with one of the most commonly overlooked taxes known as the, “use tax.”

The use tax applies to anything purchased outside of the state. This can refer to anything form another state, to even another country. The use tax rate is tacked onto the purchase in the same amount as the sales tax rate, at an additional 6%. The tax is due on the first day of the month after the quarter during which you purchased your item, and will be considered late after the 20th. This situation might sound strange, but it is easily forgotten despite its eccentricities. The team at the Law Offices of A. Antonio Tomas, P.A. has the years of experience you need, and will help you with the questions you have regarding your rights, at this point, and the exceptions to the whole issue.

The types of items that fall under this tax can include everything from furniture purchased from out-of-state dealers, internet and mail-order purchase catalogs, prepaid phone cards, as well as computer equipment purchased from those residing outside the state. There is hardly anything that is bought from outside Florida’s borders that isn’t subject to the use tax. Here at the legal firm they will help you organize the payment, as they must be submitted to the Florida Department of Revenue and are considered necessary due to section 212.06(8), Florida Statutes.

As with every rule, there is an exception. Although a majority of items are targeted by this tax there are some that do escape unscathed. If you have bought and item and it was used out of state before your return, there is no tax necessary. This also applies if you pay more than 6% in sales tax for the purchase. If you paid less, then you are required to pay whatever the difference is between the 6% and what you paid as the Florida use tax, although not if the monetary value proves to be less than $1. Although exceptions are usually good, understanding them is a whole different issue. Not only may you find yourself mistaken about your, “exception,” but in a vat of legal hot water.

The Florida Department of Revenue doesn’t let this tax slide. Rather, they have begun cracking down on the objects less known for kicking up a use tax. Those who don’t pay the sales tax regarding both internet sales and calling cards are being targeted for corrective action. The taxes are due within the quarter or purchase, and so an ample amount of time is given to the purchaser. This leaves no room for forgiveness or mistake in the eyes of the stringent state government. With an Avvo Rating of 10.0, this “Superb” legal team is ready to bring your case to completion, despite the problems you may have found with the state. Here they believe in giving you the care you need, when you need it.

The use tax is not uncommon, however it is commonly forgotten. At the Law Offices of A. Antonio Tomas, P.A. they are proud to represent you throughout the whole of your problem, or will make themselves available to speak with you about the questions you have regarding the use tax. Here, they understand the disappointing confusion that may spout from owing taxes to the state. There’s no reason to allow yourself such a disheartening emotion any longer. Instead, turn to a legal team that is ready to commit themselves to the wellbeing of your case and will work with you towards completion.

The Law Offices of A. Antonio Tomas, P.A. is proud to give those dealing with Florida tax laws the help that they need, when they need it. With bilingual help available and a tireless dedication to each and every case, you don’t have to look for the quality help you desire any longer. Here a Miami tax attorney is ready to bring your questions to light and allow for their increasing years of experience to work for you and the good of your case. Your legal rights deserve defending. Don’t let your tax questions fall to the wayside, but look to a tax lawyer in Miami to begin work on your case. Contact their offices today by visiting http://www.Tomas-Law.com or calling 305-648-1040 to schedule a free consultation.