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July _______________________________________________ 2009
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Free Seminar
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Changes in Maine Sales Tax Law
 
Thur. 9/10/19
Thur. 9/17/09
Thur. 9/24/09
 
1:00 to 2:00 pm
Two Great Falls Plaza
 Fifth Floor
Earl B. Austin, Jr.
Conference Room
 
There will be time available after the seminars for one-on-one appointments with your CPA, should you wish.
 
For a list of businesses that will be affected by these changes, please click here to download a PDF.
 
To learn more, or to register for one of the sessions, please contact us via email
[email protected] or call 783-9111
today!! 
We look forward to having you join us!!
 
 
Fourth of July FACTS 
 
2.5 million
In July 1776, the estimated number of people living in the newly independent nation.
Source: Historical Statistics of the United States: Colonial Times to 1970
 
306,790,274 
The nation's population on this July Fourth.
Source: Population clock (10:47 am on June 29, 2009)
 
                                    
 
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As Independence Day grows near, may we all take a moment and give thanks for the liberties and freedom we hold so dear. 
 
On July 4, 1776, the Declaration of Independence was approved by the Continental Congress, setting the 13 colonies on the road to freedom as a sovereign nation. As always, this most American of holidays will be marked by parades, fireworks and backyard barbecues across the country.
CLICK HERE for a directory of 4th of July events around Maine, at visitNewEngland.com.
 
 
-Austin Associates, PA, CPAs
Maine Sales Tax Changes Will Affect You!!     
 
A large tax reform bill was signed by Gov. Baldacci on June 12, 2009.  One of it's largest provisions is the broadening of the Sales Tax Base.
 
Many businesses whose goods/services were previously untaxed, will be faced with collecting and paying sales tax.  Below is a partial list of goods and services affected.  For a complete list, click here.
 
These changes are effective in January, 2010.
 
Businesses facing changes in Maine Sales Tax Law

 
In order to assist you in preparing for the change to your business, we are offering a free seminar as listed in the sidebar.  We are offering three identical sessions in hopes of fitting your busy schedule.
 
If you are unable to attend one of the three seminars, please contact your CPA and schedule an appointment.  If you know someone who will be affected by changes in Maine Sales tax Law we invite you to pass on this information.
 
Sales Tax Seminar
Thur. 9/10/19
Thur. 9/17/09
Thur. 9/24/09
 
1:00 to 2:00 pm
Two Great Falls Plaza, Suite 5
Earl B. Austin, Jr. Conference Room
Presented by: Austin Associates, PA, CPAs
"Cash for Clunkers" BillGreen Car
$3,500 or $4,500 
 
President Obama on June 24th signed legislation that contains a "Cash for Clunkers" program.  The law authorizes the issuance of an electronic voucher to offset the purchase price or lease price for a qualifying lease of a new fuel efficient vehicle upon the surrender of an eligible trade-in vehicle to a dealer participating in the program.
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