SAN ANTONIO – Goodwill San Antonio is offering 50% off merchandise during Texas Tax-Free Weekend, Aug. 7–9, giving shoppers a chance to pick up clothing, school essentials, dorm décor and other finds for less.
According to the National Retail Federation, families with children in grades K-12 expect to spend an average of $874.68 on back-to-school purchases this year. About 45% of shoppers say they are holding off on some purchases until they find the best deals.
For budget-conscious shoppers, secondhand stores can offer another way to check items off school shopping lists without paying full retail prices.