Families in Detroit are preparing for the new school year, which can be costly. Expenses for items like clothing and school supplies can quickly add up. People are finding ways to reduce these costs.

Some methods of saving money may include shopping during certain times or using various tools to get discounts. Further details about saving strategies are available from local news sources, including WDIV ClickOnDetroit, which is gathering information from parents about their approaches to back-to-school shopping.