Just when you think you’ve figured out how you’re going to be taxed on an item you purchased with a coupon or rebate, along comes a legal dispute that calls into question one state’s interpretation of its own tax laws, and a retailer’s effort to provide savings for its customers – and itself.  Here’s the article from Coupons in the News.  My take on this is that this is not going to only apply to one store – taxing bodies will use it to show they have a right to tax our savings.

The Jet Blue Winter Sale returns, with tickets starting at $44 for trips through March 31st (purchase by 1/15).  They also have package deals (like Las Vegas ones).  Oooh, Chicago to Ft. Lauderdale – sunny skies and warm beaches would sure be nice in March…or next week.