# Back to School Costs Are Higher Than You Think (And Here's How To Plan and Budget For Them) | 600

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Published: 2026-08-03T09:15:00+00:00
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Curious? Take The Free Money Stress Quiz! Ready? Buy Our Simplified Budget System Now! Editor Note: Yay for 600! Budget besties, back-to-school season comes every year—but somehow, it can still feel like one giant unexpected expense. Between school supplies, new shoes, activity fees, sports equipment, lunch accounts, haircuts, transportation, and all the random things the school tells us about at the last minute, the costs can add up fast. And because back-to-school season arrives right after summer vacations, camps, and activities, our budgets may already feel stretched. In this episode, we’re breaking down the expenses that often come with heading back to school so you can create a realistic plan, reduce financial stress, and stop scrambling to move money around. Let’s Take Our Relationship To The Next Level: 1️⃣ Facebook Group ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/facebook 2️⃣ Be on the Podcast ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/livecall 3️⃣ Private 1-on-1 Coaching. ➡︎ budgetbesties.com/coaching This podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not personal financial, legal, or tax advice. This description may contain affiliate links, meaning we may get a commission at no cost to you if you click & purchase. Click here to view our privacy policy .

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