With a background in journalism and counseling, Penny Min blends analytical research with real-world insight to help readers make informed financial decisions. At Forbes Marketplace, she specializes ...

With summer wrapping up shortly, parents are outfitting their children for the new school year. But American households are struggling to afford back-to-school items such as backpacks, clothing, ...

Almost three-quarters of respondents say back-to-school costs have increased since last year, and nearly the same percentage say it will be difficult to manage these expenses. Nearly 67% plan to pay ...

Many back-to-school shoppers plan to combat tariff-related price increases by changing the way they shop for the upcoming school year, NerdWallet’s annual survey finds. This page includes information ...

Back-to-school spending is projected to increase, with 62% of Americans expecting to pay more this year than last year. Many families (36%) plan to cut back in other areas to afford back-to-school ...