Similar to what eBay promoted listing fees, California drivers are
charged tolls when utilizing the existing carpool on a free route!
That's why the word "ridiculous" is used in the topic!
Even if you don't advertise, fees are always determined by three
factors: the item price, shipping and handling, and sales tax. Look at
yours: My eBay > Selling > Payments > See all > Details > View > Fees
based on > arrow down..
Please return to the original issue, "Why do we pay promoted listing fee
on taxes?" You people have veered too far off topic. Below is one of my
items example, the promoted listing fees is calculated based on $272.62
that is included Sales tax $13.58...
Why are you worried that I won't report my "income"? I am personally
accountable for it. I received $500 back after paying $1000 for my own
jewelry, thus sure, I will report my loss as negative -$500 ("income").
I'm not a living dude who sells on eBa...