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Parents would rather go into debt than have to say no to their kids this back-to-school season
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk Stacker , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on this issue is available from KVIA ABC-7, including details on the percentage of parents taking on debt and the influence of social media on their purchasing decisions.
Financial strain is affecting local families as they prepare for the new school year. Many are already carrying debt, which will likely increase as they shop for their children. Some parents are considering new credit options to cover expenses.
This trend is partly driven by children's desires for certain items they've seen online. Further information on this issue is available from KVIA ABC-7, including details on the percentage of parents taking on debt and the influence of social media on their purchasing decisions.
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Category: schools Published: July 30, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Financial strain is affecting local families as they prepare for the new school year. Many are already carrying debt, which will likely increase as they shop for their children. Some parents are…
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