Redisplay Messages: Compact | Brief | All | Full Show Messages: All | Without Replies| Author: | watch505  | | Posted: | Jan 25, 2022 15:39 | | Subject: | Re: BL collecting sales tax on resale purchases | | Viewed: | 55 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| | Correct, that money is gone. |
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Jan 25, 2022 15:23 | | Subject: | Re: BL collecting sales tax on resale purchases | | Viewed: | 73 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| They aren't required to offer exemptions, most businesses do because it benefits
everyone.
Bricklink promised a solution in the 2nd quarter for 2021, that didn't happen.
Last week a panel was held to understand "the need for exemptions".
My take away from the meeting was:
1. They are aware it's an issue
2. Bricklink team wasn't on the same page as LEGO tax compliance on how hard
being compliant on exemptions is: they thought that they had to police individual
transactions even after verifying certificates- they don't.
3. Bricklink's backend software is archaic and makes everything "hard"
4. I'm still not convinced they understand the urgency or have made it a
priority to find a quick solution.
I'm not sure why they can't do this:
-Start with MTC certificates
-verify the certificates
-Allow verified buyers the ability to use a version of the vat exemption system
at checkout: Enter a pin or tax ID that disables tax.
I would urge everyone to contact CE_Tanja and let them know her know you want
exemptions.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Jan 13, 2022 19:45 | | Subject: | Re: Order not moving | | Viewed: | 68 times | | Topic: | Problem Order | |
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| There are delays coming out of Europe right now. I would recommend starting by
politely asking the seller for an update.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Jan 6, 2022 09:49 | | Subject: | Re: EU distance selling - Online session | | Viewed: | 57 times | | Topic: | Administrative | |
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| Tanya,
Thank you for your reply. I think the concern is the community was told this
issue was decided at a meeting and now it appears that bricklink is starting
over on a decision that was already made over a year ago:
Author: Admin_Russell
Posted: Jan 22, 2021 15:59
Subject: Re: US State sales tax - additional states
In Administrative, Admin_Russell writes:
Yes. We have determined this is a definite need for our customer base and we
are moving forward with it. The first step is to meet with our third-party service
who calculates the tax for us. Then we will need to set up a method of receiving
and retaining the exemption documents.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Jan 5, 2022 09:54 | | Subject: | Re: EU distance selling - Online session | | Viewed: | 76 times | | Topic: | Administrative | |
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| Tanya,
Will there be a future session regarding business to business sales and tax exemption
in the USA?
Kind Regards,
Andrew
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 12, 2021 14:13 | | Subject: | Re: Organizational change in BrickLink | | Viewed: | 61 times | | Topic: | Administrative | |
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| | | As a representative of a store that spends hundreds of thousands of dollars on
LEGO every year I can only support Erik’s point and tell you that we have shifted
a lot of our spending away from Bricklink because of its non-accommodation of
our tax exemption certificate.
~7% extra for tax we should be exempt from may seem like a small percentage but
it adds up to tens of thousands of dollars a year for us, it also compounds when
we shop overseas as we have to pay a steep currency conversion fee to PayPal
for that extra 7%.
Shifting money away from Bricklink sellers is a heart breaking decision for us
as we like to support small family businesses which would help support many afol
families and the Bricklink community.
Please help us get this done.
Best wishes.
The Heart Bricker crew
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So say we all.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 10, 2021 15:07 | | Subject: | Re: CPSC Detention | | Viewed: | 74 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| Let me start by saying this is rare event triggered by a large order.
1. Orders of toys imported into the USA need Toy Tracking Label:
https://www.cpsc.gov/Business--Manufacturing/Business-Education/tracking-label
2. You will see this information on LEGO pick-a-brick bags. Also, on request
you most be able to provide the CPSC testing results.
3. The issue with my order is the tracking label info for the manufacture wasn't
included on the bags. Additionally, CPSC requested the safety reports which LEGO
and Bricklink won't provide because "they can't attest to the authenticity
of the bricks".
So a partial solution is following the labeling requirement. There doesn't
appear to be a solution to the testing problem in the event the test results
are requested.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 7, 2021 16:46 | | Subject: | Re: Stripe: Chargeback and processing fee | | Viewed: | 48 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| Good point.
I like to pay for the peace of mind after a few really large chargebacks, but
I suspect you're correct on the calculations
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 7, 2021 16:26 | | Subject: | Re: Stripe: Chargeback and processing fee | | Viewed: | 40 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| For a fee stripe also offers chargeback protection. You can find details here:
https://stripe.com/pricing#radar-pricing
Chargeback Protection
Defend your business from the unpredictability of disputes. With Chargeback Protection,
Stripe will cover both the disputed amount and any dispute fees—no evidence submission
required.
0.4%
per transaction
Not sure how to set it up but it seems worth it for the peace of mind.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 7, 2021 14:25 | | Subject: | Re: CPSC Detention | | Viewed: | 39 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| Is there a trick for getting help from bricklink?
I'm trying to fix this and an account issue and I've noticed that even
when they respond to a ticket they never respond to replies or follow up questions.
I was lucky once to have Russell answer me but he hasn't responded.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 3, 2021 15:41 | | Subject: | Re: CPSC Detention | | Viewed: | 52 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| I will keep everyone posted.
The LEGO certification include info at the bottom for CBP to contact if they
need the tests results. Maybe I'm being overly optimistic but it looks like
this should fix the issue. The investigator warned me they may take them 3 months
to fully process the investigation. Yikes!
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 3, 2021 15:37 | | Subject: | Re: CPSC Detention | | Viewed: | 56 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| You're a life safer, the certifications have the info on what to do if CBP
needs the test results. Thank you thank you!
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 3, 2021 15:32 | | Subject: | Re: CPSC Detention | | Viewed: | 63 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| You're a life safer, the certifications have the info on what to do if CBP
needs the test results. Thank you thank you!
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 3, 2021 15:06 | | Subject: | Re: CPSC Detention | | Viewed: | 66 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| | They said it's a children's toy and needs reports. |
| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Dec 3, 2021 14:57 | | Subject: | CPSC Detention | | Viewed: | 310 times | | Topic: | Help | |
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| First time this has happened:
1. Purchased around $900 in bricks from Germany on Bricklink
2. Package arrived in the US
3. US customs investigators called and said the package had been seized until
I provide CPSC testing reports.
Has this ever happened to anyone? How does one get these reports?
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 30, 2021 11:22 | | Subject: | Re: Shipstation problem | | Viewed: | 39 times | | Topic: | Shipping | |
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| | Working for us, I would contact shipstation support. |
| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 23, 2021 09:00 | | Subject: | Re: Starting Oct 1st | | Viewed: | 39 times | | Topic: | Shipping | |
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| "Please note: these transit times will increase to 1-60 days during the holiday
rush even as we increase your rates."
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 16, 2021 14:36 | | Subject: | Re: Sales Tax - Colorado, Florida, Kansas | | Viewed: | 90 times | | Topic: | Administrative | |
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| bump.
| | Sweet! When can we expect those exemptions?
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 13, 2021 12:01 | | Subject: | Re: Manufactured minifig arm stance? | | Viewed: | 35 times | | Topic: | General | |
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| The arms are up to attach the hands, I'm sure LEGO determined it's the
optimal setup for assembly. You can watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ChZotngQ3_8
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 7, 2021 19:30 | | Subject: | Re: Import duty after paying sales tax? | | Viewed: | 39 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| It is indeed a strange address, many bothan spies died to provide us this information...or
it was provided by the UPS import billing support office.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 7, 2021 17:02 | | Subject: | Re: Import duty after paying sales tax? | | Viewed: | 41 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| | Thanks for restoring, hope it helps. |
| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 7, 2021 16:57 | | Subject: | Re: Import duty after paying sales tax? | | Viewed: | 51 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| I'm not sure were the $850 number came from.
From Europe to the USA using harmonization code 95030090
there doesn't appear to any duty: https://www.simplyduty.com/import-calculator/
I think the issue with your order is the harmonization code.
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Sep 7, 2021 16:31 | | Subject: | Re: Import duty after paying sales tax? | | Viewed: | 51 times | | Topic: | Selling | |
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| Greetings,
The harmonization code is wrong as the pervious poster stated.
The code I usually see on Lego is: 95030090
Here is how you fix it:
1. email ups import help:
aknentyrvw@ups.com
2. Provide them your tracking number
3. State the harmonization code is incorrect on the import form and provide them
the correct code: 95030090
They may be able to fix it for you.
Kind Regards, Andrew
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| Author: | watch505 | | Posted: | Aug 2, 2021 15:20 | | Subject: | Re: Reseller Tax Exemption form?? | | Viewed: | 73 times | | Topic: | Buying | |
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| Last I heard: "We still plan to do so in the future but are currently focusing
on EU vat compliance".
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