All you need to know about this weekend’s sales tax holiday

By Media General News Service
Published: July 31, 2008

There’s another sales tax holiday coming up this weekend in Virginia, and this one is targeted at back-to-school shoppers.

From tomorrow through Sunday, certain items can be purchased without having to pay state sales taxes, including school supplies priced at $20 or less each, as well as clothing and footwear priced at $100 or less each.

This will be Virginia’s third annual sales tax holiday aimed at providing some relief to back-to-school shoppers.

Here’s all you need to know about the sales tax holiday:

What’s in it for me? You won’t have to pay the 5 percent state sales tax on clothing and shoes costing $100 or less and on certain school-office supplies priced at $20 or less.

When? Friday, Saturday, Sunday.

Do I get a tax break on items costing more than $20 or $100? No. The item must be under the amount to qualify.

Can I get a tax savings on nonexempt items? Virginia retailers have the option of paying the 5 percent sales tax on items not covered by the law. Dozens of retailers plan to do so.

Can I order online? Yes. Items purchased online must be paid for during the period and be ready for shipment.