Make the most out of your summer because back-to-school time is fast approaching.Not only students and teachers are thinking about the new school year ahead but parents as well.Back-to-school is one of the busiest times of the year.While students think about owning a new bag, clothes, lunch boxes, pens, pencils and backpacks, parents make a list of it all and how to squeeze it all in their budget.Parents will make a trip to the store and buy the school supplies their children needs.Before the start of a new school year, many stores will have big back to school sales.Even with these sales, buying all the necessary supplies and new clothes can get expensive fast.Here are some tips to help you save money on all your children's back to school needs.Look inside your house first.Dig through your boxes, search those drawers and looks for items that can still be used such rulers, pencils cases and backpacks.These items don't need changing every single year.If it's still in decent shape, why not use it again? Make a list and stick with it.Write down all the supplies you child may need this year.A list will give you an idea of what or what not to grab while shopping and avoid spending on supplies you don't intend to spend.You might get tempted to grab those cute items but think before doing so.Does your kid really need it? It's a waste of money if your child ends up not using some items you've bought.Shop early and look for great deals.Give yourself enough time to compare prices while your shop around.Keep yourself open for other discounts because there might be a cheaper offer on other stores like a box of markers may be $1.00, crayons for 10 cents and 5-cent folders.This is one of the only times that retailers offer great sales on school supplies.Regular prices can go twice or three times as much the rest of the year.Shop at discount stores like Sears, Target, or Wal-Mart.These stores get pretty competitive during back-to-school sale.Oftentimes, they will price-match, which means they will match the competitor's price or give you a discount if you find the same item for less at another store.Imagine the savings you will have.Take advantage of coupon and promo codes.Your savings will be even greater if everything is on sale and you use a coupon or a coupon code.You can find coupon codes and printable coupons listed online or in newspapers.You don't have to feel broke after your back-to-school shopping.Plan ahead and keep these tips in mind to ensure you still have enough money before the school year starts.
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