Are you ready for Tax Free Weekend 2020
It’s time for back to school shopping! This year’s sales tax holiday begins Friday, August 7th and ends on Sunday, August 9th at midnight. While you may not need as much to begin with this school year, especially with COVID making things unpredictable, you should still take advantage of the savings.
What items are tax-free?
Unfortunately, not everything is tax free! The items included in the sale are clothing, school supplies, and backpacks, under $100. Check out the full list of clothing and footwear items. Most school supplies items are tax-free, but you can check out the full list here.
Which items are NOT tax-free?
- Accessories: jewelry, handbags, purses, briefcases, luggage, umbrellas, wallets, watches
- Computers & Software
- Textbooks
- Athletic and Computer Bags
Can I shop online?
YES! We encourage you to shop online to promote social distancing. You can buy qualifying items online or by telephone. Shipping costs are part of the item’s total sale price so make sure to keep this total under $100 to avoid sales tax. If you decide to shop in-store, be sure to practice appropriate social distancing and don’t forget your masks!
Is Tax Free Weekend Worth It?
On average, you can save about $8 per every $100 you spend. That can really add up when buying back to school items for the kids! Make sure to shop around for coupons and other sales to increase your savings.
Happy Shopping!