Welcome to the Surviving on Shoestrings Podcast, where we explore the best budget tips and cost-effective ways to tackle everyday expenses, including back to school shopping. In this episode, we'll dive into the world of affordable supplies and budget-friendly essentials, sharing our favorite frugal finds and smart spending strategies to help you stay within your school budget. From couponing and digital coupons to online shopping and savvy shopper techniques, we'll cover it all. Whether you're a parent looking to save on school basics or a student trying to make the most of your budget, this podcast is for you. We'll discuss budget essentials, essential gear, and budget hacks to help you make the most of your money. Our goal is to provide you with practical financial planning advice, cost-saving ideas, and bargain hunter tips to become a value shopper. By the end of this episode, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to create a budget that works for you, not against you, and to make smart financial decisions that will benefit you in the long run. Tune in to learn how to shop smart, save big, and make the most of your back to school budget.

My guest today is Trae Bodge. She is a lifestyle journalist and on-air expert specializing in smart shopping, retail, and personal finance, known for frequent appearances on TV shows like Today, GMA, and NBC Nightly News. She is a contributor to publications such as US News and MSN. As a renowned Smart Shopping Expert, Trae joins me to share some tips and tricks to getting the best deals and savings that you can from a retail store without paying full price! We're focusing on Back to School basics, but that's not all she shares.


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