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Florida Sets September Sales-Tax Holiday on Tools by Karen A. Lake, CPA


Posted on August 28, 2024 by Karen Lake

For the third consecutive year, Florida offers consumers and skilled tradespersons a one-week sales-tax holiday on tools and related equipment costing as much as $300 per item. During the week of September 1 through 7, 2024, individuals may purchase the following items in the state without having to pay state or local sales tax: Work […]

Florida’s Back-to-School Sales-Tax Holiday Returns for Two Weeks in 2024 by Karen A. Lake, CPA


Posted on July 30, 2024 by Karen Lake

As the new school year approaches, the Florida legislature has approved a two-week Back-to-School Sales-Tax Holiday. Between July 29 through August 11, 2024, families can purchase the following essential supplies free of state and local sales tax: Personal computers, laptops, tablets, e-readers and related accessories (i.e., keyboards, monitors, non-recreational software, etc.) selling for $1,500 or […]

Florida’s Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday Returns in 2023 and 2024 by Luke Lucas, CPA


Posted on July 18, 2023 by Luke Lucas

Florida families preparing for the beginning of another school year may want to schedule their back-to-school shopping during the state’s extended two-week sales-tax holiday, which runs Monday, July 24, through Sunday, August 6, 2023. Items qualifying for tax exemption include: Learning aids and jigsaw puzzles selling for $30 or less Most school supplies selling for […]

Florida’s Summer Sales Tax Holiday Returns in 2023 by Karen A. Lake, CPA, CFST


Posted on June 26, 2023 by Karen Lake

For the third consecutive year, Florida offers its residents a summer-long sales-tax holiday when they purchase qualifying recreation equipment, outdoor items and admissions to entertainment and cultural events. The following purchases made in the state between Monday, May 29, through Monday, September 4, 2023, are tax-free: Boating and Water Activities Supplies Swimming masks, goggles and […]