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Shop tax free in Texas: When is Tax Free Weekend and what items participate?

Certain products created by Energy Star can be purchased during the last weekend of May at a sizeable discount as no tax will be levied.

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The months of July and August stand out for being the best period to buy items without paying taxes in the United States. This is because several states offer a sales tax exemption for parents to save money before returning to school. However, these bonus buying periods are available at other times, with various regions offer a tax-free period on certain types of items.

Likewise, the tax exemption benefit is usually limited to certain types of items, as well as other criteria related to the price or quantity of the product. These tax exemption periods they vary by state and not everyone has one. In the case of Texas, the tax holiday is coming up.

When is the Tax Free Weekend?

According to the Federation of Tax Administrators and the Texas Department of Revenue and Taxation, the tax-free weekend will run from 25 to 27 May.

What items participate in the tax-free weekend in Texas?

The products that will be tax exempt are all produced by ENERGY STAR. There will be no limit on the number of qualifying items that can be purchased, while eligible products are:

  • Air conditioners for $6,000 or less
  • Refrigerators $2,000 or less
  • Ceiling fans
  • Incandescent and fluorescent bulbs
  • Washing machines
  • Dishwasher
  • Dehumidifiers

Unqualified products

On the contrary, the items that do not qualify, that is, they will continue to be subject to tax despite the Tax Free Weekend are:

  • Water heaters
  • Clothes dryers
  • Freezers
  • Stoves
  • Heat pumps
  • Wine refrigerators
  • Beverage coolers

For more information or additional questions, contact Tax Help at 800-252-5555 or visit the Tax Free Weekend website.

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