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Thrifting 101

February 13, 2017 by mmm2

I used to be skeptical of thrift shopping. I didn't think that I would ever be able to find anything that I liked. I kept this negative preconception for years until my brother actually took me to a thrift store, and everything changed! Today, all of the clothes that I own are from thrift stores. They have developed into the style that I wear everyday, and I truly don’t think … [Read more...] about Thrifting 101

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All Aboard the Shoelace Express!

October 22, 2015 by Brett Turner

For a lot of college students, getting around on four wheels is the norm. It's easy to drive to the grocery store when you run out of milk, or bread. It's easy to drive to the mall when you need to buy some new clothes. It's easy to get home to St. Louis, or Kansas City, or wherever home might be. For many other college students, these things are quite the luxury. As … [Read more...] about All Aboard the Shoelace Express!

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Ways to Save Money On Fashion

November 20, 2014 by Lydia Walters

  A lot of times when I walk into a store, I have no intention of buying anything. But then the sweater in the display window calls to me. I convince myself I need the sweater…and suddenly I’m fifty dollars short.   Reality check: I don’t need the sweater. Here’s the solution: we want to be unique and affordable, right? Look no further. Here are a … [Read more...] about Ways to Save Money On Fashion

Filed Under: Budgeting, Saving and Investing, Uncategorized Tagged With: College, Fun, Saving, Students

Ten Inexpensive Dates!

September 24, 2013 by Brett Heman

So you want to go on a date but your money is a little tight, it’s okay! I Have 10 inexpensive dates that you and your special someone are sure to enjoy. It’s about the thought that counts right? Go for a long walk – some people really do like nice long walks, and since Springfield doesn't have any beaches nature trails are the next best thing. It's beautiful, calm, … [Read more...] about Ten Inexpensive Dates!

Filed Under: Budgeting, Saving and Investing, Uncategorized Tagged With: College, Dates, Free, Fun, Saving, Students

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