Translation: We don't know much about VAT. In fact,we don't know much about running a country,which is why we have foreigners write our laws. However,even when foreigners write our laws we have a serious problem enforcing them. For example,we can't even collect property taxes. So, let's keep all existing taxes in addition to VAT because we don't know if it will work out.
A true professional would have verified his story before broadcasting it. Unfortunately in this country we have too many "professionals" "experts" and "advisors". That is why we are in such a mess.
Bahamians get the government they deserve. Things are going downhill,and all they are being offered is another festival. But then again,if any political candidate were to talk about hard work for sure he would not be elected. People would vote for someone who offers free rum,chicken in the bag and a phone card..
When it's time to renew contracts,there is no money. Yet,when they hire "consultants" foreign and domestic or when they fly around the world first class,money is not an issue.
The issue is not the type of tax. It is its enforcement. Business licences are not supposed to be renewed unless NIB is paid that is correct. You know how many people get around that? Especially if you are a supporter of the party that happens to be in power at the time. Some don't even bother to renew their business licences. About property tax. In the US,if youdon't pay it,the police will eventually come into your house and move you out. Hardly the picture in the Bahamas. About VAT,;let's say a known supporter of a political party collects VAT from his customers and does not give it to the government. I seriously doubt that any action will be taken against him.
5 mllion for a "non binding" referendum. Hundreds of thousands spent on reports and "consultants". Hundrends of thousands if not mllions on foreign trips. Therefore,prepare to pay 15% extra on everything. Enjoy it.
hj says...
Translation: We don't know much about VAT. In fact,we don't know much about running a country,which is why we have foreigners write our laws. However,even when foreigners write our laws we have a serious problem enforcing them. For example,we can't even collect property taxes. So, let's keep all existing taxes in addition to VAT because we don't know if it will work out.
On Gov't: No 'immediate' business licence fall with VAT introduction
Posted 1 November 2013, 5:42 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
@ banker........maybe he will write the VAT legislation too
On PM announces commission to create new festival
Posted 31 October 2013, 3:44 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
A true professional would have verified his story before broadcasting it. Unfortunately in this country we have too many "professionals" "experts" and "advisors". That is why we are in such a mess.
On Bodie sorry for mistake on air
Posted 31 October 2013, 3:20 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
Bahamians get the government they deserve. Things are going downhill,and all they are being offered is another festival. But then again,if any political candidate were to talk about hard work for sure he would not be elected. People would vote for someone who offers free rum,chicken in the bag and a phone card..
On PM announces commission to create new festival
Posted 31 October 2013, 2:28 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
When it's time to renew contracts,there is no money. Yet,when they hire "consultants" foreign and domestic or when they fly around the world first class,money is not an issue.
On Halkitis says contracts had expired
Posted 21 October 2013, 3:04 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
Here is an idea. Put the posters, that give the murder count, back up. You did it,last year and you still claim it was a good idea,so do it again.
On Pitch your tourism idea
Posted 19 October 2013, 11:07 a.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
And the remaining one third goes on consultants and foreign trips
On Gov't payroll: 'Two-thirds' goes on salary deductions
Posted 15 October 2013, 3:59 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
The issue is not the type of tax. It is its enforcement. Business licences are not supposed to be renewed unless NIB is paid that is correct. You know how many people get around that? Especially if you are a supporter of the party that happens to be in power at the time. Some don't even bother to renew their business licences. About property tax. In the US,if youdon't pay it,the police will eventually come into your house and move you out. Hardly the picture in the Bahamas. About VAT,;let's say a known supporter of a political party collects VAT from his customers and does not give it to the government. I seriously doubt that any action will be taken against him.
On 50% of employers 'over three months late' in paying NIB
Posted 4 October 2013, 6:35 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
They can't even collect NIB,yet they will collect VAT. Do they live in a fantasy world?
On 50% of employers 'over three months late' in paying NIB
Posted 4 October 2013, 2:07 p.m. Suggest removal
hj says...
5 mllion for a "non binding" referendum. Hundreds of thousands spent on reports and "consultants". Hundrends of thousands if not mllions on foreign trips. Therefore,prepare to pay 15% extra on everything. Enjoy it.
On $5m cost of gambling referendum revealed
Posted 4 October 2013, 12:52 p.m. Suggest removal