How to Avoid Back-to-School Overspending and Feel Good About it, Too
Parents want their children to have the best start possible on that first day of school. For most parents, giving children a good start means that at least some back-to-school shopping is in order. Children may need new shoes, clothes, and backpacks along with at least some new supplies. But how can parents on a budget draw the line between wants and needs? Especially when a child is begging for a fancy new backpack when the one from last year is perfectly fine? Will it affec