back to school financial tips

According to the Huntington Bank Backpack Index, the cost of school provision increased 88% from 2007 to 2016, and their recently released 2017 report anticipates increases of 1.0% for elementary and 4.6% for middle schoolers this coming school year. Even so, there is intellect that parents can feel good about back-to-school shopping: 1.  It’s an exciting time of year, and parents can parcel in their children’s enthusiasm. 2.  It’s a chance to consume time with your kids while teaching them smart shopping habits. 3.  It’s an opportunity for what I call “painless savings:” if you systematically watch your spending on “the small stuff” like school supplies, groceries, and clothing, over time you can significantly increase your overall savings.