Save on the cost of eating out by providing your child with extra food for their after-school activities. Pack a sandwich, fruit, granola bars or even soup in a thermos to keep them going during their after school activities. This will save on vending machine money or take-out … [Read more...] about Plan out food for after-school activities to save money
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Use doggie bags and microwaves to save money on dorm food
If your dorm allows it, keep a small microwave in your room along with some microwaveable plates and bowls. Also, when going out to eat, always get a doggie bag and have the leftovers for lunch. Pickup single serve packages in bulk from a warehouse store and keep in your room - … [Read more...] about Use doggie bags and microwaves to save money on dorm food
Consider pre-school as a cheaper alternative to day care
Many school districts offer free half-day pre-school or pre-kindergarten programs for 4-year-olds. Enroll your child so they can meet other kids in a safe and structured environment, and it will save you money, too.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Consider pre-school as a cheaper alternative to day care
Back to School Shopping Trip: Staples (week of July 22)
As you know, back-to-school shopping starts in the summer (now!), so we’ve already started hitting the stores. In this article, we'll show you how we got $30 worth of great items for free and actually got $2 back!For a bunch of great money saving tips on this big, … [Read more...] about Back to School Shopping Trip: Staples (week of July 22)
Back to School: 12 Easy Ways to Save Money This School Year
It seems like summer has only just begun and, yet—believe it or not—it’s time to start planning so you can get the best savings on all your back-to-school supplies. Since it is summer, though, we’ve tried to make this as easy as possible for you by compiling all of the best … [Read more...] about Back to School: 12 Easy Ways to Save Money This School Year