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New Member
posted Jun 6, 2019 1:21:15 AM

Do I have to pay use tax on streaming services?

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Level 3
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:23 AM

For Netflix, no, you will not need to pay extra taxes on that.  They already charge you this tax on your bill.  If you are using another streaming service that does not include the taxes on your bill then yes, you would need to pay it on your return.  

Most of the big companies are charging you for it.  There may be some little ones that don't. 

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Level 3
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:17 AM

Is this a service you provide and receive income from?

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:18 AM

No. This is something I pay for. I pay for Netflix. Do I need to pay Use Tax on it?

Level 3
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:21 AM

What state?

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:22 AM

I apologize. This is for the state of Michigan.

Level 3
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:23 AM

For Netflix, no, you will not need to pay extra taxes on that.  They already charge you this tax on your bill.  If you are using another streaming service that does not include the taxes on your bill then yes, you would need to pay it on your return.  

Most of the big companies are charging you for it.  There may be some little ones that don't. 

New Member
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:23 AM

Thank you! Does Playstation Vue already charge taxes?

Level 3
Jun 6, 2019 1:21:25 AM

You'd have to look at your bill