Back to School Budgeting: How to Prepare for the Return to Classrooms
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This week, we’ll discuss tips to prepare for back to school costs as we transition out of online learning classrooms.
Topic: Back to School Budgeting: How to Prepare for the Return to Classrooms
When: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 at 3 p.m. ET.
Where: Join the live hashtag discussion.
The panel will include: Leslie H. Tayne, Esq: Founder and Managing Director of Tayne Law Group, P.C. (f/k/a The Law Offices of Leslie H. Tayne, P.C.); Beverly Harzog: Credit Card Expert and Consumer Finance Analyst for U.S. News; Rod Griffin: Senior Director, Consumer Education and Advocacy, Experian, Jennifer White: Consumer Education and Advocacy at Experian and Christina Roman: Consumer Education and Advocacy Manager at Experian.
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Questions We’ll Discuss:
- What are some best practices for developing a back to school budget, and when is the best time to start planning?
- What items should you factor into your back to school budget?
- How can you save on clothing and uniforms when back to school shopping?
- How can you save on school supplies?
- How can you save on the cost of textbooks or electronics required for school?
- What resources are available for families that struggle to afford school supplies?
- How can parents or college students furnishing a dorm save on the cost of supplies?
- What apps or online resources are available to help reduce the cost of back to school shopping?
- What are some back to school shopping mistakes to avoid?
- Any final tips for parents getting ready to tackle their back to school shopping list?
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