mobanmarketParents and students expect to spend more than ever on back-to-school shopping this year, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey. If you — or a student in your life — is shopping for books, clothes, school supplies, backpacks or other items, be sure to keep these tips in mind.
Better Business Bureau offers the following advice on how to shop smart for back-to-school or back-to-college purchases:
Shop safely online
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Protect your child from identity theft
Another thing to think about while getting your kids ready for back-to-school is identity theft. Believe it or not, children are especially good targets because they have zero credit history and no questionable banking transactions in their history. A child can have their ID stolen through their social security number or social insurance number and you may not find out about it for years.
Here are some tips for protecting your child’s identity as they head back to school: