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College Earning: How to Make Money at School

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While you’re at college or university, studying and earning your degree should be your top priority. However, if you have some extra time and would like to make some extra cash, there are a few ways you can make money while you’re at school. Plus, if you’re making a little extra money and putting it directly toward your student loans, you’ll graduate with less debt to worry about.

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15 Things You Can Get for Free (or Nearly Free) on Your Birthday

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It’s your birthday; your special day; the one day of the year that can be all about you. What could make your birthday even better? All the freebies and discounts you can get during your birthday month. We’ve got a list of 15 restaurants, stores, and brands that offer coupons and free items for your birthday. Most of them require you to become a part of their perks program, but getting a few emails and collecting points is a fair trade for their freebies.  

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When Buying Bulk Saves You Money

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Buying more than you need to save money seems like a counterintuitive notion, but sometimes buying in bulk can be the smartest way to shop. When you buy in bulk, you’re typically paying less per item that if you bought them separately. Plus, buying bulk saves you from using gas to go to the store because you’ll go far less often. 

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Budget Hack: Last Minute Ways to Make Ends Meet

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The first of the month is just around the corner and you don’t have enough money to pay all of your bills. You need cash now. There’s nothing to be ashamed of; We’ve all been there at one time or another. Don’t panic yet – there are still a few tricks you can use to make some extra cash before your due dates are here. Some of these methods can even get you cash today.

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The Truth About Bankruptcy

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If you feel completely overwhelmed by debt, you may think personal bankruptcy is your only option. However, declaring bankruptcy is a big, life-altering step with long-lasting consequences. Before you declare bankruptcy, make sure you know all of the facts to ensure it’s the right option for your financial situation.

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9 Habits to Learn from Self-Made Millionaires

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  • Finance

Self-made millionaires were once regular people with regular incomes, just like you and me. They achieve success and wealth through constant dedication and hard work. We can’t guarantee the tips in this article will make you a millionaire, but they’re healthy and productive habits that can improve your way of life.

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Budget Hack: Grocery Shopping on the Cheap

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  • Finance

Grocery shopping is the most budget-friendly way to eat, and preparing food at home is much more cost-efficient than eating out, using a meal-prep service, or ordering in. Yet, buying groceries, especially healthy ones, can still get expensive when you’re on a tight budget. Try using these tricks to save a little extra money when you go grocery shopping

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5 Unconventional, Money-Saving Ways to Travel This Summer

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As the saying goes, “Where there’s a will, there’s a way.” This couldn’t be more true for summer travel.  Even if you don’t have a large budget to go on, you can take advantage of unconventional programs to save on summer travel or even travel for free. The spirit of adventure is all that’s required!

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How to Avoid 9 Common Tax Filing Mistakes

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If you’ve procrastinated until the last minute on filing your taxes, you’ll likely be hurrying to get through them. The more quickly you move, the more likely you are to make mistakes, so be aware of the nine most common listed below. Avoiding mistakes will ensure that your tax refund isn’t delayed and that you don’t have to do extra work after you file. The keys are to double check all of your work and if you’re not sure of a number or name, compare it to official paperwork before submitting. 

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5 Reward Apps that Help You Earn Extra Money

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Earning a little bit of money on the side to help boost your income can make all the difference. If you have some spare time, you can easily make a little extra money every day. Here are 5 mobile apps that reward you for using them (and, bonus, they’re also pretty fun to use). 

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