GOBankingRates works with many financial advertisers to showcase their products and services to our audiences.

These brands compensate us to advertise their products in ads across our site.

This compensation may impact how and where products appear on this site.

Happy mother with her daughter choosing and buying school supplies.

Commitment to Our Readers

GOBankingRates' editorial team is committed to bringing you unbiased reviews and information.

you might read more about oureditorial guidelinesand our products and servicesreview methodology.

The good news is that no matter when you plan to shop, you’re free to save.

facebook sharing button

Its easy to get swept up in the marketing and the need for new,' she said.

But there are strategies you’re free to use to avoid overspending.

it’s possible for you to also check out Facebook Marketplace or Buy Nothing Groups.

twitter sharing button

There are folks who give awayclothes and suppliesfor free or heavily reduced cost.

2 pencil is a No.

Or, he said, they want brand-name everything and your budget just simply doesnt allow for it.

linkedin sharing button

But he has an additional suggestion.

; (2) Has inflation impacted your summer vacation or travel plans this year?

; (3) If youre going on a vacation, how do you plan to travel?

email sharing button

; (6) Whats the best way to save money on vacation costs?

; (9) Which retailer do you shop at most for your summertime needs?

; (10) Which retailer do you think has the worst deals on summertime essentials?

; (11) If you shop at Dollar Tree, whats your summertime must-buy?

; (15) If you celebrate Labor Day, how much money do you plan to spend?

; (16) If youre shopping during Memorial Day weekend, what are you planning to buy?

; (20) What are some ways you plan to save extra money this summer?

(select all that apply).

GOBankingRates used PureSpectrums survey platform to conduct the poll.

More From GOBankingRates

Share This Article:

The Latest inSaving Money