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Being a college student can mean a lot of things, but along with all of the fun comes new responsibilities. It's the first time you learn how to do a lot of things on your own, including keeping a personal budget. While it's definitely no Friday night, it's an important part of the college experience, as no one wants to graduate with even more debt.
Along with keeping track of the money coming in and (sigh) the money coming out, here are a few money saving tips to help you while you’re away from home: Read More »- Let’s talk: Comment (5) | Blog
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By: Ann-Marie Murphy, Quizzle.com Whether you're
strapped for cash or feeling comfortable, we could all stand to
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Cutting costs is about getting creative. It’s also about refocusing priorities. You may be spending less money than you’re used to, and buying fewer luxuries. But if you’re going to be settling in to cost cutting mode for a while, can you make it a good time? Call it a game, and mitigate…
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Pilgrims and Native Americans wouldn’t recognize our Thanksgiving, which for many is just an excuse to consume huge quantities of high-calorie foods. Enter marketing executives, and today marks the start of the holiday shopping season.
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<br>Day 30 Frugal Living Tip from First30Days.com<br>You Did It! <img alt="Icon_tip_30" src="http://www.first30days.com/images/v8/change/f30tip_icons/icon_tip_30.jpg?1226080771" width="65" height="65"> <p>Congratulations! Over the last 30 days, you’ve tracked your spending habits, created a budget, decluttered your life and discovered a lot of interesting ways to save money. Read More »
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Day 29 Frugal Living Tip from First30Days.com<br> Meet Erin Conway <img alt="Icon_tip_29" src="http://www.first30days.com/images/v8/change/f30tip_icons/icon_tip_29.jpg?1226006787" height="65" width="65"> <p>Erin Conway was your typical elementary-school teacher. She had a modest... Read More »
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Day 28 Frugal Living Tip from
First30Days.com More Help Is Just a Click Away
Living a frugal lifestyle is a big decision, and after the first 30 days you may have specific questions you need answered or myths you need dissected. Here are some additional web sites that can help you as you turn...
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Day 27 of Frugal Living Tips from First30Days.com<br> Don't Forget to Have Fun <img alt="Icon_tip_27" src="http://www.first30days.com/images/v8/change/f30tip_icons/icon_tip_27.jpg?1225836596" width="65" height="65"> <p>Start thinking of ways you can turn your short-term decisions into long-term habits. One smart plan is to seek out ways you can still have fun without spending a lot of money. After all, man (or woman) cannot live on bargains alone.</p><br> <br><p> “Don’t neglect to take a vacation, but think of a creative and less-expensive way to do it,” says Steve Economides, co-author of the New York Times best-selling book, <em>America’s Cheapest Family Gets You Right on the Money<em>.</em></em> Read More »
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Day 26 of Frugal Living Tips from
First30Days.com Remember, Cheaper Isn't Always Better
So, you need a new sweater. Do you buy the trendy cotton one at Kmart or the classic cashmere one at J.Crew? Believe it or not, you may be better off shelling out the extra bucks at J.Crew—especially if...
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Day 25 of Frugal Living Tips from
First30Days.com Secondhand News
Sometimes unforeseen purchases just can't be avoided. Your bike broke. Your computer crashed. Your dog mistook your iPod for a chew toy. Before you heave a sigh and pay full price for a replacement, check out your options. Sites...
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