# How to Save on a MacBook During Tax-Free Holidays Take advantage of US sales tax holidays to get discounts on tech products - **Source:** [NerdWallet](https://brifing.si/source/47fee75b-2b5e-493d-9ac3-f012b6c37891) - **Published:** 2026-07-21 - **Topic:** [Finance](https://brifing.si/c/finance) - **Original article:** - **On Brifing:** https://brifing.si/s/70a7a06e-b9b1-4a04-a050-aa340b5d21d5 ## Apple Raised Prices Due to AI-driven memory chip shortages, Apple increased prices on many products. The base MacBook Neo model rose from $599 to $699. This illustrates the broader issue of inflation in consumer tech, which likely won't improve soon. ## What Are Tax Holidays? Many US states offer sales tax holidays in July or August, coinciding with back-to-school season. During these periods, certain products like computers become tax-free. In Tennessee (July 31-August 2), computers under $1,500 qualify. ## Which States Participate? Some states like Florida extend the tax-free period (July 20-August 20). If your state doesn't participate, consider shopping in neighboring states. This strategy offers significant savings, especially for expensive electronics like MacBooks. ## Not Just Computers Tax holidays also cover school supplies and clothing. Families can purchase all back-to-school necessities at reduced prices. Strategic shopping during these periods helps maintain budget-friendly solutions for household expenses. ## Plan a Retail Road Trip If your state lacks tax holidays, consider a shopping trip to participating states. While factoring in travel costs, this approach can yield substantial savings on big-ticket items. Proper planning ensures maximum financial benefit. ## Time to Shop Smart Consumers must become more strategic against rising prices. Leveraging government programs like tax holidays plays a crucial role in budget management. These initiatives provide meaningful relief for family finances during inflationary periods. ## Sources covering this story - https://www.nerdwallet.com/finance/news/sales-tax-free-tech — --- _Summary written by Brifing from the original reporting. Copyright in the original article belongs to its publisher; read the full piece at the link above._