Helping kids appreciate money
According to the National Retail Federation's 2013 Back-to-School Survey, families will shell out less than they did in 2012 for school gear, but still an average of $634.78 for clothing and shoes, electronics, and other school supplies. One-way parents can save money is by taking advantage of temporary tax breaks offered on back-to-school items.
Read MoreEating local is another way to be green, according to simple-green-frugal.blogspot.com. Not only is your food more nutritious because it’s picked at the right time, it also hasn’t been trucked hundreds of miles, using up gas and emitting greenhouse gases. Local farmers markets are a great way to open up your menu to whatever is in season and try something new.
Read MoreWho doesn't like to shop? Oh, I know there are guys out there that will say they hate shopping, but you catch them on the web surfing for a new Ipad or the latest and greatest gizmo. We're a consumer society. That's what we do...we buy stuff. But there's smart shopping and not so smart shopping. Who wants to be a smart shopper? Well here are some tips to help you and your kids stretch that dollar:
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