Money Management Tips
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Understand what you're trying to do
You're trying to spend the least amount of money possible to live nicely
Create a budget
Stick to it!
It's your money
Don't be suckered into credit card debt or scams
Keep track of money
Don't bounce checks or get in debt, do pay rent on time
Get a job!
Preferable near school to make the minimum commute
Save money
Save your money and learn about investing
If you get into debt GET OUT
Get out of debt as soon as possible, work extra hours or spend less to eliminate the debt as soon as possible
Learn about money
Learn about savings, credit card plans, insurance plans, retirement plans, learn about what you could turn to if you HAVE to, even if you don't need it now be ready for it later
Make sure you are not spending excess money
Drink and eat less expensively, buy cheap, walk or bike instead of driving, if you live and work within a couple blocks of school you shouldn't need to drive too often
Build good credit and good credit habits
It will help in the long run
Understand loans
Student loans cane be killer if not dealt with correctly
Find best deals on money dealings
Better rate for interest, better for you
Financial aid is here to help you
Apply for a new FAFSA every year
If you do something good, get paid for it
Turn hobbies into $
Live life
Even though you should stick to these tips to help you, remember going over budget by a couple of dollars once in a while isn't bad, its human to mess up. Enjoy life but do it fiscally responsibly