Alabama tax-free weekend shopping guide: What to buy online at Walmart

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Alabama’s annual back-to-school sales tax holiday is finally here, and those planning to stock up on school essentials don’t have to fight crowded stores to take advantage of the savings. Qualifying purchases made online through participating retailers, including Walmart, are eligible for the same sales tax exemption as items purchased in stores, making it easy to check everything off your back-to-school list from home.

From laptops and backpacks to clothing and school supplies, Walmart carries thousands of products that qualify for Alabama’s tax-free weekend. Whether you’re shopping for a kindergartener, a high school student or preparing for college move-in day, here’s what to look for before the sales tax holiday ends

A new computer is often one of the biggest back-to-school purchases families make, and Alabama’s sales tax holiday includes qualifying computers, computer software and certain computer supplies that fall within the state’s price limits

Walmart offers a broad selection of laptops and Chromebooks from brands including HP, Lenovo, ASUS, Acer and Samsung, giving families plenty of options for both younger students and college coursework. You’ll also find qualifying computer accessories and software that can help students prepare for the school year

School supplies is one of the easiest ways to save during Alabama’s tax-free weekend. Walmart’s online selection includes everything from notebooks and binders to writing utensils, art supplies and classroom essentials, allowing families to purchase nearly an entire school supply list in one order

Shopping online also makes it easier to compare brands, read customer reviews and take advantage of online-only discounts while still receiving the state’s sales tax exemption on qualifying purchases

Parents can also shop for insulated lunch bags, reusable food containers and other everyday school essentials at the same time, making it convenient to complete most of their back-to-school shopping in a single order

Alabama’s tax-free holiday also covers qualifying clothing and footwear under the state’s price limits, making it one of the best opportunities of the year to refresh a student’s wardrobe before classes begin

Walmart offers everything from everyday basics and athletic apparel to jeans, sneakers and school uniforms. Shopping online gives families access to a wider selection of sizes and colors than they may find in a local store, especially as back-to-school demand increases

Reusable water bottles have become a daily school essential, and Walmart carries many of the brands students already know and use. The retailer also offers calculators, headphones, computer accessories and other classroom items that may qualify for the tax exemption depending on Alabama’s guidelines

Checking the state’s eligibility requirements before placing an order can help ensure each purchase qualifies for the sales tax savings

Students preparing to move into a dorm can also take advantage of Alabama’s tax-free weekend by purchasing qualifying technology and classroom supplies online. Laptops, eligible software, notebooks and other academic essentials can all be ordered from Walmart without making an extra trip to the store

Although larger dorm furnishings generally are not included in Alabama’s sales tax holiday, shopping online is still an easy way to purchase many of the items students need before the semester begins

Alabama’s annual back-to-school sales tax holiday begins Friday, July 17, and runs through Sunday, July 19. During that time, qualifying purchases made online through participating retailers, including Walmart, receive the same sales tax exemption as eligible in-store purchases, provided they meet the state’s price and eligibility requirements

Before checking out, it’s worth reviewing Alabama’s list of qualifying items and price limits to confirm each purchase is eligible. With thousands of tax-free products available online, Walmart makes it easy to stock up on back-to-school essentials while avoiding long lines and crowded aisles

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