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Financial transactions such as buying or selling a house attract prominent taxes, adding to the expenses of real estate. Utilities like gas, electricity, refrigeration, steam, and telecommunications— TV, cable, phone—are all taxed. Personal grooming services such as hair restorations, manicures, and pedicures are taxed as well. For travelers and guests, hotel stays especially in Midtown can cost a staggering $1,000 a night once taxes are included.