As we all know college textbook prices are crazy expensive! Why would I want to pay $200 for a book that I may only open three times? Here are some tips for cutting the cost for textbooks! 1. First check and see if you actually need the textbook. Wait until the first day of class and ask your professor. You would ... Read More »
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As technology advances the tablets available are becoming very popular. There are so many to chose from with multiple features; it’s hard to pick one! In my personal opinion if you are seriously thinking about a tablet, getting an iPad from Apple is the way to go. Granted they are more expensive but the screen is bigger and it has ... Read More »
Missouri Tax-Free Weekend: Is It Worth It?
Every year in August Missouri offers a tax-free weekend and it takes place this weekend Aug. 3- 9, 2012. Shoppers can purchase clothing, school supplies, laptops and computer software without the added tax. It will only save you around an average of 7% of your total purchase. After all the lines and the waiting and dealing with crazy shoppers you must ... Read More »
You Can Eat Cake On A Diet
Before you begin to read I would just like to put out there that I am not a doctor and I am not certified in any kind of nutrition. The diet that worked for me may not work for you, and it’s really important to contact your doctor before changing anything in your diet. The “Freshmen 15” is a common ... Read More »
Put Some Mod Podge In Your Life
Pinterest is a gallery of ideas and is a place where you can take all your thoughts and feelings and make them a digital collage. I am moving into my first apartment off campus this year, and I am so excited to decorate everything. I have seen some great ideas on Pinterest that would make my room look really fancy ... Read More »
Groupons Are The BEST Coupons!
Being a college student trying to live off a minimum wage part-time job can be difficult. How are we supposed to be able to afford to do anything with most of our money going toward gas and groceries? Maybe we could afford to live a little if things were half the price. I am here to tell you that you ... Read More »
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