1 Easy Tip to Balancing the Back to School Budget

Really, it's an obvious one, but easily overlooked. So simple, and painless, you will think.... damn, I knew that.

Ready?

1. Slash your grocery budget and eat what is ALREADY in your freezer.

If you're lucky enough to have a garden, your August grocery bill can drop down to about $40 for a family. (Milk, bread, eggs) Even if you have to buy veggies and fruit because you don't have a garden, you can still slash this month's bill by up to 70%.

By doing this, you also save money by actually reducing waste and spoilage. It's unfortunate when we waste food by leaving things too long in the freezer. We all do it.

Use this extra money to buy your school supplies. Your budget still balances. And you don't have to borrow from your travel fund or your savings.