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Whether you\u2019re paying for childcare or paying for college, the latest electronics\u00a0for kids rarely comes cheap and can often seem out of reach. Stick to these three simple principles to keep down your kid\u2019s tech costs.<\/p>\n

1. \u00a0Timing is Everything<\/strong><\/p>\n

There are plenty of deals to be had for those who keep a close eye for online deals. New Egg’s\u00a0Daily Deals<\/a>\u00a0is a site\u00a0worth bookmarking in your browser. A quick check every day could save you hundreds of dollars.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a laptop, big retail websites like Best Buy’s\u00a0Deal of the Day provide ample opportunity to save your wallet from pain all year round. Those\u00a0who only use Microsoft Word and an Internet connection can forgo\u00a0all the latest hardware specs. Shop for an affordable laptop that\u2019s perfect for crafting those late-night term papers.<\/p>\n

Good things come to those who wait for the best possible deal.<\/p>\n

2. \u00a0Not-Worth-It Warranties<\/strong><\/p>\n

Many parents, worried that a new phone will wind up in a puddle or worse, take out generous warranty policies on their electronic purchases. Make sure to read the fine print, as you might be paying extra for something you don\u2019t really need \u2013 or paying too much for something that doesn\u2019t even cover water damage. There\u2019s nothing worse than spending money every month, only to discover that spilled milk voided the insurance policy. An incomplete warranty can be money wasted and certainly something to cry about.<\/p>\n

3. \u00a0Give Used or Refurbished<\/strong><\/p>\n

I received a used iPad Mini last year \u2013 and until recently I had no idea it wasn\u2019t straight from the box. So kids definitely won\u2019t know the difference if you bought it refurbished. They only care that it works.<\/p>\n

After dropping my iPad on hardwood flooring, I found out the hard way that Apple no longer even offers to repair iPad Minis for its lower-end models. The best you\u2019ll manage is a $50 in-store credit toward a brand new device. I was better off taking my tablet to an off-market mall kiosk.\u00a0Buying a used iPad from Gazelle<\/a> could go a lot further than replacing it at the Apple Store.<\/p>\n

Just because something\u2019s new doesn\u2019t mean that it\u2019s built to last. Give the gift of used electronics<\/a> and invest the leftover budget saved in a heartfelt accessory \u2013 like a hard case to protect your hard-won deal.<\/p>\n

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