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5 Ways College Students Can Stretch a Dollar

Saving Cents With Sense

Turn to public transit or rides from your car-wielding buddies for longer-distance trips that won’t cut it on foot. Eat out as a special occasion occasionally, but don’t let it become a money-sucking habit. You can also get 10 percent off at food chains like Burger King, Dairy Queen and Domino’s.

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What Are You Giving Up to Save Money?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I’m all for saving money and inspiring people to cook their own food, but I worry about the trade offs. Is it really worth it to give up whole foods (not the store, the actual foods) to save money? I have been known to skip out on occasions and events for the sake of saving my precious pennies. Opportunity. Money Tips'