Amazon Prime price hike

[HudsonFalcon]

We've been thinking about cancelling Prime as well. We already pay for Hulu & Netflix so Prime Video is not needed necessarily plus their content leaves a lot to be desired. Anything I want to watch I can get on Terrarium anyway.

As for Amazon shopping I feel like they've peaked. There are so many other websites out there that are competitively priced. Also, unless it's some hard to find item I'll use local businesses and especially mom & pops if I can. They do a lot more for the local economy and community than Amazon ever will.

 

[SID297]

Don't they only charge sales tax if the product you ordered came from a warehouse in your state?

No. In most cases if they have a presence in the state they have to charge sales tax there.

 

[7upstang]

I think I ordered nearly 80 packages over the last 6 months. I don't use Amazon because over a cheaper price, I use Amazon for convenience. Between my business and personal life, I don't have time to go to every store. IF we don't need the item right now, I buy on Amazon. At the end of month, I probably save myself a 1/2 of day total by using an e-commerce site.

 

[BlksvtCobra01]

Wal-Mart's online store has come a long way, and I believe you can order online and pick up in-store in just a couple hours.

Yes there experimenting with a new concept at a local store here like that drive and pick up I believe.

Don’t get me wrong guys I’m happy with prime. I like the shipping, and music. Amazon video is ok I prefer Netflix. My youngest loves Bobby’s World on Amazon video loved that show when I was a kid so I think that’s cool. I’m sure I’ll prolly renew but just thought it’s kinda crappy about discounts for some and we pay more. Plus I figured if at all I’d go up $10? Not $20. Don’t get me started on the taxes lol.


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[BlksvtCobra01]

No. In most cases if they have a presence in the state they have to charge sales tax there.

Bingo. Bought my Borla Stingers off there years ago with no tax. Then they opened a warehouse or fulfillment center whatever it’s called so now we pay tax on preserves stuff.

Swear I read it heard somewhere on the news that the govt is meeting on online sales taxes.


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[03cobra#694]

Don't they only charge sales tax if the product you ordered came from a warehouse in your state?

That's what I thought.

No. In most cases if they have a presence in the state they have to charge sales tax there.

We have one here, but I don't get taxed on everything.

 

[SID297]

If you're going to buy something from Amazon try doing it from this link:

https://amzn.to/2HBawIy

They will give a kickback to SVTP for everything you buy.

 

[SID297]

Bingo. Bought my Borla Stingers off there years ago with no tax. Then they opened a warehouse or fulfillment center whatever it’s called so now we pay tax on preserves stuff.

Swear I read it heard somewhere on the news that the govt is meeting on online sales taxes.


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That's going to be an interesting issue. Having to pay sales tax in all 50 states and various municipalities that charge sales tax will cripple small business with paper work. It's like figuring out your income tax 50+ times per month. That's why Amazon, Wal-Mart, other major players are in favor of it. It will snuff out the next small guy coming along before they can ever get started. Established players love new barriers to entry.

That's what I thought.

We have one here, but I don't get taxed on everything.

That's why I said "in most cases". Each state has there own tax laws.

 

[SolarYellow]

The free streaming movie and music selection pays for the membership itself let alone the shipping and price discounts.

 

[black92]

On a side note, those who want to know how much they've spent at Amazon, go to: Your Account>Download order reports>select the date range and request the report... Since 2007, I've spent $9,195.82 and I believe that doesn't include monthly membership costs.

 

[SID297]

On a side note, those who want to know how much they've spent at Amazon, go to: Your Account>Download order reports>select the date range and request the report... Since 2007, I've spent $9,195.82 and I believe that doesn't include monthly membership costs.

I've used them since 1999, the report doesn't go that far back.

 

[03cobra#694]

On a side note, those who want to know how much they've spent at Amazon, go to: Your Account>Download order reports>select the date range and request the report... Since 2007, I've spent $9,195.82 and I believe that doesn't include monthly membership costs.

I have the report, but where's the total?

 

[SVTCam]

I have the report, but where's the total?

Just sum up column AD 'Item Total' and you should have it. $10,614.80 spent since 2013 on 261 orders. Not bad

 

[Bearbo]

That's going to be an interesting issue. Having to pay sales tax in all 50 states and various municipalities that charge sales tax will cripple small business with paper work. It's like figuring out your income tax 50+ times per month. That's why Amazon, Wal-Mart, other major players are in favor of it. It will snuff out the next small guy coming along before they can ever get started. Established players love new barriers to entry.



That's why I said "in most cases". Each state has there own tax laws.

Although I am not in favor of new taxes, in this instance there should be a flat on line or internet tax of like 4% and forbid state and local governments from adding on additional taxes to internet sales regardless of location of business or buyer. This 4% should be split between federal and states with no exemptions.

Easy for businesses to figure and charge. Level playing field for all online businesses. Easy for everyone.

 

[PowerWheels]

I made enough on the stock jump after the price hike announcement to pay the hike for 100 years, so no big deal.

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[Mpoitrast87]

I only bought Amazon prime so I could watch The Grand Tour. I hear it may get canceled. If it does then I may cancel prime.

 

[Famine]

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[BlksvtCobra01]

That's going to be an interesting issue. Having to pay sales tax in all 50 states and various municipalities that charge sales tax will cripple small business with paper work. It's like figuring out your income tax 50+ times per month. That's why Amazon, Wal-Mart, other major players are in favor of it. It will snuff out the next small guy coming along before they can ever get started. Established players love new barriers to entry.



That's why I said "in most cases". Each state has there own tax laws.

Interesting didn’t think of it that way.


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[7upstang]

Only spend $17,183.92 since 2015. Not as bad as I thought.

 

[03cobra#694]

$17,449 since 2009.