What transition rules would be needed for a national retail sales tax? Q.What transition rules would be needed for a national retail sales tax? A.The answer depends more on politics than economics. Read more about What transition rules would be needed for a national retail sales tax?
What would and would not be taxed under a national retail sales tax? Q.What would and would not be taxed under a national retail sales tax? A.In theory, all consumption would be taxed. In practice, there would be great pressure to narrow the base. Read more about What would and would not be taxed under a national retail sales tax?
What is the experience of other countries with national retail sales taxes? Q.What is the experience of other countries with national retail sales taxes? A.No country has attempted a truly ambitious retail sales tax. Those that have tried more modest versions have abandoned them in favor of value-added taxes. Read more about What is the experience of other countries with national retail sales taxes?
