82% Of Parents Say Cost Of School Supplies Has Gone Up

82% of parents say the cost of school supplies has gone up, a survey of 2,000 Americans with young kids found. 77% say staying under budget is a top priority. To save money, 49% purchase supplies whenever they’re on sale, and 45% shop at multiple stores. 22% would consider extreme couponing. 5% of parents would even consider dumpster diving. “The reality is, parents are worried about what back-to-school shopping costs look like this year,” Joanie Demer of The Krazy Coupon Lady said. “We’re seeing parents embracing getting creative with their budgeting.” (swnsdigital)