Sign up your e-mail for online and in-store discounts: Of course you don’t want stores to flood your e-mail with promotional deals all the time, but sometimes these e-mails can save you money! They most times offer a certain percentage off, but some even take off a certain dollar amount! Who doesn't Love that? Online stores and your favorite stores offline offer e-mail … [Read more...] about A Few More Ways to Save in College!
What are some ways you save money? Paris: I Make dinner at home instead of eating fast food and basically budget my money. I don’t live outside my means and know my needs rather than my wants. What are your top financial planning recommendations as a new student? Paris: Take the shuttle! It’s Free and saves you a lot on gas, use your meal plan, … [Read more...] about Financial Interview with MSU student Paris Kirksey!
Finals may be clouding your vision for the next week, but summer is not very far away! For you, this may mean vacation, finding a job, or taking summer classes. Regardless of your summer plans, be sure to practice wise spending habits. If you are planning a big trip or vacation, create a budget and follow it. If you are taking summer classes, try to minimize the amount of … [Read more...] about Be a Wise Spender this Summer
Welcome back from Spring Break, MSU Students! Did Spring Break leave you broke? Or were you able to earn a few extra bucks during the time off? Regardless of your situation, the Peer Financial Counselors at MSU Real L.I.F.E. can help you set up a budgeting and savings plan to help you spend and save your money wisely! Schedule an appointment today by calling 417-836-3186 or … [Read more...] about Budgeting: MSU Real LIFE TV
Peer Financial Counselors from MSU Real L.I.F.E. were recently interviewed for an article that was published in the February 8th edition of The Standard. The article, "Have a plan in mind when shopping for your groceries" by Rachel Bonar, can be found on page 6-7 of the insert titled "The Standard's Guide to Housing 2011." Tips for saving on groceries, using coupons, and … [Read more...] about Grocery Shopping advice from MSU Real L.I.F.E.