The back-to-school sales tax weekend has kicked off in Mobile, Ala. Shoppers can now enjoy a tax-free shopping experience for school essentials from 12:01 a.m. today until midnight on Sunday. This is the perfect opportunity for families to stock up on school supplies without having to pay state sales tax. During this weekend, shoppers can expect to find exemptions from state sales tax on a variety of items, including school essentials.
– Clothing items that are priced at $100 or less per item are eligible for the discount.
– You can purchase computers, software, or computer supplies for less than $750 per item.
– School supplies that cost $50 or less per item are eligible for the tax exemption.
– You can purchase books for $30 or less per item.
Eleven municipalities in Mobile County, which includes Mobile, Prichard, and Saraland, will offer those deals. Additionally, thirteen municipalities in Baldwin County, including Daphne, Gulf Shores, and Orange Beach, will also participate.
According to Nancy Dennis, an expert from the Alabama Retail Association, this weekend holds great significance for shoppers. Retailers are not only offering sales during this time of year, but they are also providing additional discounts. As per her observation, some stores are offering a flat 20% discount on everything in their inventory, and with tax-free items, shoppers can save an extra 10%. This translates to significant savings for shoppers looking to make the most of this weekend.
Before heading to the store, it’s important to note that the sale only applies to items that teachers use for instructional purposes. Cleaning products and other non-eligible items are not included. It’s a good idea to review the list of eligible items to ensure that you make the most of the sale.
According to Dennis, it is a good idea to shop during the extended hours offered by some stores, either by opening early or staying open later. This will help shoppers avoid the rush and take advantage of the tax holiday, which applies to both in-store and online purchases.
As soon as Zoghby’s Uniforms was set to open its doors on Friday morning, a lengthy queue had already formed outside.
According to Shawna Cheatwood, the Director of Operations, there are always around 200 people in the building, with some waiting outside for quite a while before coming in. “They stand out there forever and then they come in,” she said.
Alabama’s back-to-school sales tax weekend drew in eager customers who arrived early to take advantage of the savings.
According to Mallory Odom, the store manager, they offer a wide range of school uniforms, including public school plaids and private school uniforms. They have everything from socks to jumpers for every school.
Tony Charbonnet, a teacher at Mary G. Montgomery High School, arrived at the store 30 minutes early to shop for her daughter. Despite arriving early, the parking lot was already packed and she was still thrilled to find a spot. “We were excited to even get a parking place. We were here pretty early and it was still packed,” she remarked.
Upon entering the store, Charbonnet and her daughter were warmly welcomed by a volunteer who promptly assisted them in locating the necessary items.
She shared her amazement at the speed of the service she received. As soon as she walked in, someone offered to help and her child was already being measured. The entire process took only 30 minutes. She was thoroughly impressed with the level of customer service she received.
Marilyn Williams praised the morning service, stating that it was excellent. She appreciated the quick and accurate service, along with the assistance provided by the staff member who directed her to the right place.
As they waited to try on clothes, Williams and her granddaughter, Kimora, were present. Kimora was excited to showcase her new plaid skirt and couldn’t wait to try it on.
According to Cheatwood, they enlisted the help of 50 personnel to assist them during the hectic weekend, with an additional 10 joining on the first day.
According to Cheatwood, the ordering process for their business starts as early as October in order to ensure that everything is in stock. They cater to over 100 schools from their store and have a loyal customer base. Their customers are the foundation of their business, which is why they hold them in high regard. In fact, they had to halt layaways in June due to lack of space, which is a testament to the demand for their services.
Navigating through a hectic sales weekend can be a daunting task, but with the support of a capable team, things become much more manageable, even amidst the chaos.
