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New Jersey generally exempts most unprepared grocery items from sales tax, making it more affordable for residents to purchase essential food products. However, not all food items are tax-free. Certain prepared and specialty items remain taxable, and understanding these distinctions can help you shop smarter.
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Read article →Get a complete explanation of New Jersey’s exit tax withholding, from who pays it and how it’s calculated to exemptions, refunds, and common misconceptions.
Read article →In New Jersey, capital improvements to real property are generally exempt from sales tax. However, for the exemption to apply, the work must be permanent, add value to the property, and meet certain requirements set by the state. Additionally, homeowners must provide the correct exemption certificate to their contractor to avoid being charged sales tax.
Read article →Learn which everyday purchases—clothing, groceries, medical items, and more—avoid New Jersey's 6.625% sales tax, and how residents and businesses can properly claim exemptions.
Read article →Review practical strategies—like primary residence exclusions, basis adjustments, and 1031 exchanges—to minimize capital gains tax when selling a New Jersey home.
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