Back-to-School Shopping ~ Tax-free shopping week in Connecticut!
Starting today, August 21, 2011 through Saturday, August 27, 2011, there is tax-free shopping for clothes and shoes under $300 throughout Connecticut.
Now is the time to start your back-to-school shopping and save money! This year, Connecticut shoppers will save even more because of the increase in sales tax from 6% to 6.35%. In addition, since clothing and shoes under $50 are no longer exempt from sales tax, the savings will be greater this year.
This week is not just for back-school shopping, however. Anyone who is thinking of purchasing shoes and clothing should take advantage of the savings this week. The savings also apply to rentals of tuxedos and lay-away items that are placed in lay-away this week.
Many stores are offering special deals and extended hours. Check out your favorite flyers for sales and hours.
It's surprising that Connecticut is still promoting tax-free shopping week since it increased taxes on many items and levied taxes on items not previously taxed. Take advantage of this opportunity to save money while you can!
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Peggy Chirico, REALTOR®
Serving the Greater Hartford Area
Prudential CT Realty
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