State Sales Tax Holidays
By: Nicole | August 01, 2008 | Category: Money
A few days ago, I was browsing through one of our many local malls and found a hot deal on a fabulous pair of new shoes. I try to limit my shoe collection to a reasonable amount (which is relative, of course), but I couldn't pass up this sale. So, I bounced up to the counter with a smile and a credit card. Unfortunately, I had forgotten that Maryland recently raised its sales tax to 6 percent. Dude, that can totally add to the cost of new shoes (and most other consumer purchases).
The good news is that many states offer a sales tax holiday. In fact, 14 different states have a tax holiday in August, many beginning today. That should help for those of you who have back-to-school shopping to do.
If you're not sure about your state’s sales tax or its sales tax holiday, be sure to check them out. Most states have rules about which purchases will be tax-free during the holiday, so do a little research before you go. The money you save could help you buy an extra pair of shoes... guilt-free! Happy shopping.
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However- NJ will make up for it in real estate tax, income tax, and almost everything else.
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When we earn a DOLLAR it is federal taxe and state taxed.
So why do we have to pay tax on what we have left?
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