While no one claimed having children was going to be cheap, the cost of back-to-school shopping gives me sticker shock every year. The National Retail Federation (NRF) estimates that the average ...

How much do you spend on back-to-school shopping? A mom who gave each of her three children a $750 back-to-school budget says their allowance is a lesson in spending. “A lot of people say that’s too ...

NORTH CAROLINA (WTVD) -- It's officially that time of the year! Back-to-school shopping can be overwhelming and expensive. According to the National Retail Federation, families are expected to spend ...

The majority of parents (68%) feel pressure to spend on optional back-to-school shopping and activities, according to a new Yahoo/YouGov poll of 1,729 U.S. adults. And any parent will tell you, ...

It’s August once again, and with it comes that yearly ritual for parents and children alike: back-to-school shopping. With the new school year right around the corner, it’s time to stock up on school ...

The final stretch of summer, aka the back-to-school season, is here again, a time for new backpacks and freshly sharpened pencils. But this year, the usual rush of shopping comes with a financial ...

Color-coded folders and notebooks. A fresh stash of pens and pencils. A new outfit. Millions of American students from preschool through college, and their (often) bankrolling parents, back-to-school ...

As Americans continue to grapple with inflation, many are stretching their budgets or racking up credit card charges to provide their children what they need to get the school year started. According ...

U.S. shoppers began back-to-school shopping earlier than ever this year Families spending $128B on school and college needs in 2025 Parents turn to discount retailers, AI tools, buy-now-pay-later ...

Heading off to college is exciting, but it can also get really expensive. Between dorm room essentials, school supplies, and that occasional craving for takeout, costs add up fast. Don’t worry. With a ...