DC metropolitan-area shoppers looking for a deal should consider taking advantage of tax-free shopping in Virginia and Maryland starting tomorrow. Below are details for those anticipating purchases in such areas as back-to-school shopping and preparation for the fall season.
Virginia (Tax-Free Weekend, August 6-8)
- School supplies under $20 can be purchased tax-free
- Apparel/footwear under $100 can be purchased tax-free
Additionally, Virginia has made several hurricane and emergency preparedness product purchases available tax-free including:
- Portable generators less than $1,000 per item
- Gas-powered chainsaws less than $350 per item
- Chainsaw accessories less than $60 per item
- Select other hurricane preparedness items under $60 per item
Finally, some EnergyStarTM and WaterSenseTM products intended for non-commercial home or personal use of less than $2,500 per item may be purchased without sales tax.
Maryland (Tax-Free Week, August 8-14)
- Qualifying clothing or footwear priced under $100 is exempt from sales tax. Click here for qualifying items.
- The first $40 of any backpack purchase is also free
Click here for a list of frequently asked questions about Shop Maryland Tax-Free Week.
Contact Richard Morris or Joe Wilson via our online contact form with any questions.
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