Parents are expected to spend nearly $700 per child on back-to-school season this year! Andrea stopped by the WGN studio in Chicago to offer her tips for saving money on this expense while making sure your kids are prepared for their first day back.

Andrea offers ways to enjoy activities, fitness classes and even restaurant fare for free this season.

With lists getting longer and supplies getting pricier, it can be tough to stick to a back-to-school budget, especially when your kids have their own supply preferences.

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Over the last decade, parents have spent 42% more on back-to-school supplies with total spending expected to exceed $630 per child this year.

Ahead of the back-to-school and holiday shopping seasons, wouldn’t it be nice to save some real money and pay down debt, pad your savings or just have more money in the bank?

Summer can be a spendy season for families with activities like dining out, going to the movies and even visiting national parks adding up to big bucks. However, there are ways to get free access to these activities and more.

Andrea helps a young family save over $1,000 on their annual cable and Internet bills in this On the Money segment from Good Morning America.

Summer is THE season for freebies, with communities and companies alike offering complimentary activities for families to enjoy the splendors of the season without breaking the bank. Andrea talks to CBS 2’s Suzie Suh about where to find the best freebies this summer.

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