To calculate 7% of $25,999 and then add that to the original amount, follow these steps:
- Calculate 7% of $25,999:
\[ 7% \text{ of } 25,999 = 0.07 \times 25,999 = 1,819.93 \]
- Add this amount to $25,999:
\[ 25,999 + 1,819.93 = 27,818.93 \]
Now, rounding to the nearest hundredth (cent):
The value is already at two decimal places, so it is:
\[ \boxed{27,818.93} \]