Sales of tangible personal property are subject to New York sales tax unless they are specifically exempt. Sales of services are generally exempt.Most personal property (for example, alcohol, furniture, electronics, etc). If you make taxable sales of goods or services from your home in New York State, you may be required to register as a sales tax vendor with the Tax Department. When you are included in the lien sale, the City of New York sells your debt to an authorized buyer. The buyer then has the right to collect what you owe. However, there are exceptions under certain circumstances. Capital gains from investments (including proceeds from property sales) are treated as ordinary personal income and are taxed at the same rates. Generally speaking, capital gains taxes are around 15 percent for US residents living in the State of New York. Information on the Foreign Investment in Real Property Tax Act of 1980 (FIRPTA) and how it affects a foreign person with real property interest.