1. Madison-specific tax handling
- State sales tax: 5%. Local jurisdictions in Madison may add their own rate — verify with your local tax assessor.
- Late fees: WI statute Wis. Stat. §138.04 caps interest on unpaid invoices at 1.5% per month.
2. Standard auto mechanic line items
- Diagnostic fee — billed by flat (~$95 default).
- Labor — billed by hour (~$120 default).
- Parts — billed by itemized.
- Shop supplies — billed by pct.
3. Payment terms that work in Madison
Net 0 is standard for auto mechanics.0 Accept card and ACH on the invoice itself — Madison customers expect a one-click payment link in their inbox.
4. Licensing & disclosures
State auto repair acts (e.g., California BAR) require written estimate before repairs and itemized invoice with parts/labor breakdown.
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