Overview Of New Hampshire’s Tax Landscape
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Meals And Rooms Tax At A Glance
What Is Taxed
- Restaurant meals, including dine-in and most takeout prepared foods
- Beverages sold for immediate consumption as part of a meal
- Lodging charges for hotel, motel, or similar accommodations
What Is Not Taxed
- Most groceries and food intended for home consumption
- Prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines when purchased for personal use
- Rent or lease payments for long-term real estate that are not part of lodging charges
Administration And Collection
Businesses collect the meals and rooms tax at the point of sale and remit the proceeds to the New Hampshire Department of Revenue Administration (DRA). Accurate record-keeping is essential, particularly for businesses that operate both taxed and untaxed lines of business, to ensure correct apportionment and remittance.
Other Taxes And Considerations
Exemptions And Special Rules For Purchases
Implications For Consumers
Implications For Businesses
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