Maryland’s Tax-Free Shopping Week Begins Today

“Store Maryland Tax-Free Week” begins immediately, Aug. 14, and runs by Aug. 20, numerous state and county officers introduced.

Throughout the week, any single qualifying article of clothes or footwear costing lower than $100 will probably be exempt from Maryland’s 6% gross sales tax, regardless of what number of objects are purchased.

As well as, any backpack buy will qualify for the primary $40 being tax-free.

The complete record of qualifying objects, which is intensive, is posted on the Maryland comptroller’s web site.

“Whether or not you’re trying to clean up your wardrobe for the cooler months forward or have to get your youngsters the most recent kinds for the brand new faculty yr, this end-of-summer custom is a good time to buy, save and help Maryland companies,” Comptroller Peter Franchot stated in a press launch.

Gadgets that value greater than $100 will probably be taxed, as will issues akin to equipment and most sports activities tools.

The comptroller’s workplace additionally has posted an FAQ in regards to the week for consumers and retailers alike.

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