July 25th, 2025 | 6 min. read
Learn how to find the perfect kitchen products with our Appliance Buying Guide
Massachusetts Tax-Free Weekend runs August 9–10, 2025.
You can save 6.25% on those two days on items under $2,500.
I’ll show you all the rules and guidelines so you can maximize your time and savings.
Then you’ll learn how to skip the crowds, save up to 18.75% on top appliance brands, and schedule delivery on your terms.
How to Save Triple the Tax
I rarely turn this blog into a Yale ad. That’s not why it exists.
But this tax-free holiday deal is something you might want to consider.
You can save up to 18.75% when you combine these three offers on eligible in-stock products under $2,500:
- Instant 6.25% Off
- Applies to qualifying in-stock products from participating brands.
- Extra 6.25% Off with the Yale Card
- Same product and brand restrictions as above. Just use your Yale Card (you can apply here) at checkout.
- Mail-In 6.25% Rebate
- Available on eligible purchases from participating brands.
Participating Brands
- KitchenAid
- Bosch
- LG Studio
- LG
- Café Appliances
- GE
- GE Profile
Fine Print:
Offers are valid for personal-use retail purchases only and apply exclusively to sales made at Yale Appliance.
All products must appear on a single invoice.
Not available for builders, contract sales, or resellers. Limit one rebate per household.
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MA Tax-Free Weekend Dates & Rules
What Qualifies
- Any single item priced $2,499.99 or less is completely tax-exempt.
What Doesn’t Qualify
- Items priced at $2,500 or more are fully taxable.
- Example: a $2,500 appliance adds $156.25 in tax.
Consumer-Only Benefit
- Savings apply only to individual shoppers. Builders, contractors, and resellers are excluded.
- Multiple homeowners in the same building may buy separately and still save.
Payment & Delivery
- Pay in full during the holiday to lock in tax savings.
- Schedule delivery later. No date is required at checkout.
- Be careful: exchanges after August 10 are taxed at the standard 6.25%.
Key Takeaways
- Unlimited quantity. Buy as many sub-$2,500 items as you want.
- No bulk or commercial purchases qualify.
- Measure twice. Exchanges erase your tax savings.
MA Tax-Free Weekend Survival Guide
1. Shop Before the Weekend
Steer clear of the Saturday chaos by ordering early. Call, live chat, or visit a few days ahead. Most stores post their tax-holiday prices in advance.
- Order basics such as detergent or paper goods online or by phone.
- View décor, fabrics, and finishes in person so you can judge color and texture accurately.
💡Pro tip: Last year, 62% of Yale shoppers placed their tax-holiday orders before Saturday and avoided every line.
Retailers like Jordan’s Furniture advertise up to 15% off early. (Math reminder: 18.75% and 15% is better than 6.25%.)
2. Start a Quote or List Early
Get a written quote for every item on your list before the holiday.
You can’t finalize payment until the tax-free weekend, but having the paperwork ready turns checkout into a two-minute task (unless you shop early).
- Build the quote with a salesperson or online cart.
- Ask the rep to submit the order on August 9 or 10, or call to confirm it yourself that weekend.
Advance prep locks in stock and pricing while helping you skip the Saturday lines.
3. Schedule an Appointment
You don’t have to wait for a salesperson. Why waste your time?
Set a time slot before you visit.
- Most retailers, Yale included, offer online appointment scheduling.
- Browse on your own, then meet your salesperson at the agreed time.
- With staffing lean at many stores, a booked slot guarantees you get help when you arrive.
4. Use Live Chat
Need answers but not the trip? Open a chat window.
I love chat. It beats the phone any day, especially since you can’t get anyone on the phone anymore.
- Live chat connects you to a salesperson in minutes, not hours on hold.
- Perfect for quick specs, inventory checks, or financing questions.
- You stay off the phone queue and out of traffic while still locking down details before the holiday.
5. Schedule a Virtual Appointment
Think FaceTime meets showroom tour.
A salesperson walks you through the floor, points the camera at any model you want, and answers questions in real time while you're on the couch.
We leaned on virtual appointments during COVID, and they’re still the fastest way to visit without traffic or parking.
6. Head Out Early If You Must Shop In Person
If you still want to shop that weekend, be there at opening.
Tackle your big-ticket items first. Saving tax on a $2,000 range beats standing three hours for a few $20 gadgets.
Early birds also grab the best delivery slots before schedules fill. This is incredibly important.
7. Buy Online
Place your order from home as long as the store processes it by 11:59 PM on Sunday.
From 7:00 PM to 11:59 PM on tax day is the busiest time for online orders all year.
We keep a team on the clock right up to that cutoff.
- Great for straightforward items like dishwashers, laundry pairs, and over-the-range microwaves.
- If installation is tricky or your doorway is tight, chat with a salesperson first. You don’t win when a bargain won’t fit.
Ready to lock it in? Good. Now let’s make sure the item actually clears the front door.
8. Measure Twice, Buy Once
Exchange an oversized fridge on Monday, and you’ll pay the 6.25% tax you thought you dodged.
Measure everything: doorways, hallways, and the appliance itself before you click “buy.”
- Unsure? Many retailers, Yale included, will send someone to measure for you.
- Confirm style and clearance now so Tax-Free Weekend doesn’t turn into Return-Fee Week. Kind of funny here, not so much in reality.
9. Check Store Hours
This may seem baffling, but smaller stores rarely change their hours for the tax-free holiday.
Larger stores and chains will be open for extended hours.
Take advantage of it or not. We only have a few weekends of summer left.
10. Guard Against Credit Card Fraud
It sounds obvious, but scams still catch people every year. Stick to three rules:
- Enter payment details only on secure sites. Look for “https” and a padlock in the address bar.
- Skip shady links. Delete checkout links from random emails or texts. Type the retailer’s URL yourself.
- Use a credit card rather than debit. You get stronger fraud protection if your purchase goes sideways.
11. Understand the Delivery Process
Most retailers move two months’ worth of inventory in a single Tax-Free Weekend, so delivery calendars fill up fast.
- No rush? Hold the delivery. If you don’t need the appliance right away, grab the savings now and schedule delivery later.
- However, I’ve written this a few times throughout this article for a reason. Check every point of entry to the final space. Refrigerators are the number one return. Washing machines are the second, because today’s appliances are larger than ever.
🔍Read more: How to Avoid Common Appliance Buying Mistakes: Top 5 Problems & Solutions
12. Choose a Reliable Retailer
Anyone can take an order. Shipping, however, is another matter.
Be cautious. Warning signs include:
- No one answering the phone
- Outdated displays that suggest the store can’t afford to reinvest
- No staff present during regular hours
- Recent reviews citing long delivery times
Check recent reviews, especially for delivery, and confirm the store can carry out your order on time.
We haven’t had a major bankruptcy since Boston Appliance in 2022 closed, absconding with millions in deposits.
🔍Read more: The Best (and Worst) Places to Buy Appliances
13. Don’t Be Pressured to Buy
You might still feel uneasy about the old supply chain issues, but that was years ago.
Now, almost every product and brand is available within a few days.
I don’t foresee tariffs impacting the supply chain until later this year.
If you’re not ready, remember that Black Friday is only 90 days away.
Final Advice
Compare pre-tax holiday sales. They’re often designed to be better than Tax-Free Weekend deals.
Plan your weekend a couple of weeks in advance.
Develop your list early and shop competitively, starting with high-ticket items that save the most money.
Use live chat and virtual appointments to maximize your time.
Generate quotes beforehand and have them converted to orders during the holiday.
Measure twice. Exchanges after the holiday are taxable.
Check store reviews, confirm delivery timelines in writing, and stay flexible by locking in the order now and scheduling delivery when it fits your calendar.
Ask plenty of questions and get every promise on paper.
A written commitment always beats a spoken one.
Saving 6.25% is no bargain if you end up with a piece you dislike, so buy only when you’re confident.
Black Friday is less than 90 days away.
Ready? Start a live chat or book a tax-holiday consult, and we’ll handle the rest.
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