 
Estimated Monthly Savings: $120
Back to School shopping can be a pain or a joy. For some parents, just the thought of back to school shopping can bring the onset of sudden anxiety. However, back to school shopping does not have to be an unpleasant experience and can certainly be an ease on your pocketbook, if you consider these 7 tips:
1. Look For End Of Summer Sales
Most all retail stores have a sale for the end of summer. A little strategic maneuvering can result in a lot of savings.
2. Don’t Be Afraid Of The Thrift Store
Thrift stores have a solid reputation for a reason. One way you can save is to locate thrift stores that are near higher priced neighborhoods in your city.
3. Check The Clearance Sections
It can be tempting to stop and look at the newer priced items that a store has advertised at the front. However, divert your attention to the clearance racks and first find the practical buys, before you opt for higher priced goods.
4. Shop Online For Manufacturing Deals
Sites like Wish.com can have astronomical savings on items such as school supplies, school clothes, school shoes, and backpacks. The reduced pricing is because the item ships directly from the manufacturer, mostly overseas. The shipping time is longer than domestic shipping, but the savings are great!
5. Find A Consignment Shop
Sorting old clothes can be a bore, but incentivize yourself by taking those outdated threads to a consignment shop and get paid for the items the owner will accept. It’s true what they say, “one man’s trash is another man’s treasure!”
