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Joining the ranks of holiday shopping and Black Friday, back-to-school shopping has become a ritual event in most homes as a way to kick off the new school year. The National Retail Federation anticipates back-to-school spending to grow to $55.1 billion this year. And while most students’ lists include inexpensive, yet essential items like pencils, notebooks, and folders; a lot of shopping lists also include more costly items like new shoes, clothes and electronics. Many Families are delaying these purchases, however, large and small alike, in anticipation of a greater deal. According to USA Today, “62% of consumers say they held off until at least August to make that initial purchase.” And more than half of consumers are waiting until just days before classes begin or, in a growing number of cases, the week after school starts to get the greatest deal.

Well, it’s always deal time here at SmartyPig. Our long list of retailers like Macy’s for clothes, Staples for supplies and Amazon.com and Wal-Mart for everything, can provide up to 12% cash back on your back-to-school supplies (or any supplies) when redeemed using a SmartyPig savings account. You can purchase a backpack, clothing or shoes at Gap, Kohl’s, Land’s End, Banana Republic, L.L. Bean and Old Navy. Or help your college student purchase a new laptop or dorm furniture with discounts at Best Buy and Overstock.com.

Best of all? You don’t have to wait for classes to start to save at SmartyPig. We provide cash back and a high interest rate to take your money even further. No need to get schooled by bank fees, non-existent rewards and low-to-no interest on your savings, take advantage of our deals and keep your family well stocked any time of year.

Wishing you a great first day and, as always, best of luck with your goals!

Sarah Foss, SmartyPig Media Mad Woman
SFoss@SmartyPig.com