It’s that time of year that brings fear and anxiety to millions of parents. That’s right. It’s back to school shopping time.
But what can be a huge chore and cut to the bankbook can be managed.
First, you gotta determine a budget. One thing to remember is that you don’t have to do all of the back to school shopping now. So, without using credit cards, how much can you afford.
Take the amount in cash, and show your kid.
Once you have a budget, it’s time to look at what you really need.
Flyers and sales circulars from Kmart, Kohl’s and Target will help you or, if you want to be spendy, buy a copy of a magazine–like Seventeen, for example. Don’t go to a store. No one needs temptation!
Then go through the closet. What do they really need? Keep referring to your budget.
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