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This document contains official instructions for Form ST-131 , Seller's Report of Sales Tax Due on a Casual Sale - a form released and collected by the New York State Department of Taxation and Finance.
Q: What is Form ST-131?
A: Form ST-131 is the Seller's Report of Sales Tax Due on a Casual Sale in New York.
Q: Who needs to file this form?
A: Individuals or businesses who made a casual sale in New York and collected sales tax need to file Form ST-131.
Q: What is a casual sale?
A: A casual sale is a one-time or occasional sale of tangible personal property, not in the course of regular business.
Q: What information is required on Form ST-131?
A: The form requires information such as the seller's name, address, date of sale, description of items sold, and total sales price.
Q: When is the deadline for filing this form?
A: Form ST-131 must be filed within 20 days of the casual sale.
Q: Is there a penalty for failing to file Form ST-131?
A: Yes, failure to file Form ST-131 or underreporting the sales tax due may result in penalties and interest.
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