Sales tax holiday starts today, but then what? Joyce Smith / The Kansas City Star Retailers have been rushing out their back-to-school promotions since early in the summer. So far, it’s been working. On Thursday, major retailers released July sales figures and many companies, including Costco Wholesale Corp., Limited Brands, Target and Wet Seal, reported […]

The Only 4%-Off Sale Consumers Go Wild For Kelli B. Grant / SmartMoney Bargain-hunting consumers have learned in recent years to pass up small sales and wait for 40% off or better. The rare exception: state sales tax holidays, which have the power to bring shoppers out in droves. Sixteen states are offering holidays this […]