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September is for Saving

The highly anticipated month of September is finally here! It’s an exciting time whether you are into football, or are looking for a change in season. For us savers, September is also great for its big discounts for Labor Day and beyond! Here are some purchases where you can save this month: Buys from last […]

Sales tax holidays this weekend! What to buy?

All shoppers and savers: Watch out for your state’s sales tax holiday this weekend! This year, many states have their sales tax holidays in August, particularly this Friday-Sunday: Alabama – August 3-5 Arkansas – August 4-5 Connecticut – August 19-25 Florida – August 3-5 Georgia – August 10-11 Iowa – August 3-4 Louisiana – August […]

LOUISIANA SALES TAX HOLIDAY THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY!

Attention teachers, parents, and students: states nationwide are providing tax free holiday weekends just in time for back to school shopping! This weekend, Louisiana will provide exemption from state taxes on the first $2,500 of tangible consumer purchases. The 4% state tax will be removed, but taxes imposed by parishes, municipalities, and other political subdivisions […]

Week 2 of 2: Back to School Savings

Last week we discussed how to save on school supplies for the upcoming school year. This week we will discuss ways to save on clothing. Try these money-savings strategies when shopping for uniforms or clothing for back to school: Don’t opt out hand-me-downs. If uniforms are required, try to find an older sibling, friend or […]

Week 1 of 2: Back to School Savings

Most of the excitement that comes with a new school year is the new school supplies and clothing. Over the next two weeks we will discuss savings on clothing and supplies for the upcoming school year. Whether you are shopping for your kids or a college student paying for yourself, it is not necessary to […]