Tax Free Shopping in NY
There is a tax free week in NY State but this one I’m talking about is that tax free shopping all the time. But of course like all the good things there are some conditions to that…
I thought I should write about this here so that you can take advantage of it.
In September of 2005, New York City permanently eliminated the city sales tax of 4% on clothing and footwear purchases under $110. In April of 2006, the state of New York followed suit and repealed its portion of the sales tax on these items. The result is that the five boroughs of New York City are the only counties in the state of New York that charge no sales tax on these purchases.
NYC Tax Free Shopping Tips
What items are exempt from sales tax? All clothing and footwear, clothing material (fabric, thread, buttons, etc.), hats and neckwear (ties and scarves), formalwear (purchased), and diapers (including disposable diapers).
What items are not exempt from sales tax? Jewelry and watches, handbags, umbrellas, rented formalwear, sports equipment (pads, helmets, etc.), pet or doll clothes.
Shop ‘Til You Drop, NYC-Style
Don’t forget to check out the following New York stores for bargains under $110:
Macy’s Herald Square: The world’s largest department store, Macy’s has ten floors and half a million items for sale. You’re sure to find something that looks fabulous on you.
Bloomingdale’s: Bloomie’s is another shopping hot spot. Designer clothes, a fully-stocked shoe salon. There’s always a sale going on somewhere.
Lord & Taylor: This famous department store has seasonal sales that can save you a bundle.
Century 21: With deep discounts of 25% to 75%, you can find major steals on designer names like Armani.
Loehmann’s: Loehmann’s always has bargains on designer apparel. New York magazine calls it ‘the mecca of off-price shopping.
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Yes, I had shopped during tax free week in NY before so we can say that it’s part experience and part internet surfing.