Many eligible items are already on sale, and saving an extra 8% in tax is a great deal. On large purchases, especially for families with several children, it can be a big savings. It’s not worth fighting the packed parking lots and crowded stores to save $8 on $100. There are too many ineligible items on the tax-exempt list. It depends on how well back-to-school shopping goes in the meantime.

Source: Los Angeles Times August 08, 2024 13:15 UTC