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Sales Tax for Interior Designers and Remodelers Who Resell Furniture and Materials: North Carolina E-595E, E-589CI and Design Fees
Small business & company tax · Nov 9, 2026

Sales Tax for Interior Designers and Remodelers Who Resell Furniture and Materials: North Carolina E-595E, E-589CI and Design Fees

A designer who sells furniture to a client makes a retail sale, collects sales tax, and buys tax-free with Form E-595E. In North Carolina, design fees sold with goods are exempt only when separately stated. Capital-improvement contractors pay tax on materials and put no sales tax on the invoice. Houzz Pro 1099-Ks follow the $20,000 and 200 federal threshold.

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