Back-to-School Savings

Posted by Diane Laney Fitzpatrick Aug 15, 2008

If you're a stay-at-home parent, you're probably like me: constantly on the look-out for ways to cut costs, get a bargain, and get more for less money.

Few things pinch your wallet as hard as getting ready for that first day of school. Even before the list of school supplies comes home, you'll have a long list of things your child needs, wants or simply must have this year.

To put you in the mood for standing your ground and keeping a tight rein on your finances, Suite 101's Family Finances page has articles to help you find bargains on school uniforms, backpacks and back-to-school clothes.

It's not a bad idea to stock up on staples like notebook paper, folders, gluesticks and, well, staples, while you're getting set for a new school year, especially if you can find them at a bargain.

My kids start school on Monday. I'm heading out this afternoon to buy some last minute supplies and steeling myself for the lists that will come home on the first day of school.

Good luck with your own back-to-school shopping!