[concerned about politics]

What if I manufacture goods in my cottage industry? I buy lots of handcrafted items at the flea market directly from the maker. If I knew them better I could special order and pick them up at his house. Are we going to send out federal agents to do this to make sure these people charge tax? How is that less intrusive than employers witholding income tax?

Home based businesses are SUPPOSE to get a tax ID number already! If you sell, you're suppose to collect sales tax on it. Flea markets in NY require a tax ID number.

[palmer]

I have yet to pay sales tax at a flea market in VA where I have bought all the necessities of life: food, clothing, tools, etc.