October 01, 2009

by Katie Throne

Energy and Water Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday Starts Today!

Starting today, Georgia shoppers can take advantage of tax savings on energy- and water-efficient appliances through the 2009 Energy and Water Efficient Products Sales Tax Holiday.

Customers can purchase energy-efficient products such as dishwashers, refrigerators and clothes washers tax-free through Sunday. They are exempt from paying Georgia and local sales tax on designated items with a price of $1,500 or less per product, according to the Georgia Department of Revenue. For a list of products, click HERE.

The items must meet requirements established by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and Department of Energy "Energy Star" programs.

The sales tax exemptions are eligible for items purchased for noncommercial or personal use, according to the state. They do not apply to products with a purchase price more than $1,500, products purchased for use in a trade or business, or items that are rented or leased.

Source: The Augusta Chronicle and The Georgia Dept of Revenue

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