How do i handle sales tax for direct sales when the company has me pay them up front

[ryanautumn]

is the tax a business expence? do i put cost of goods as retail (bc i pay retail upfront then receive a commission)  and include the tax or put the tax as an expense. also i would do cost (retail) and keep the tax off for the products i bought for myself ? i got a 1099 for my commissions

[ValerieE]

You enter the amount you actually paid for the product including sales tax and shipping.  Only the products used for samples or purchased for resale are deductible business expenses.  Products you purchased for yourself need to be subtracted as "withdrawn for personal use".  Include the sales tax (and shipping if identifiable) as part of the cost of the items you withdrew for personal use.

The commissions you receive should be listed as part of your income.