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Despite the message of “bling bling” era hip-hop, you don’t need big bills to live large. Here are some for tips for how to stretch Armstrong your earned dollar.

The Ultimate Post-College Starter Kit

By Gradspot Dot Com
1/14/10
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Class of 2009, your moment is now! For those still on campus, have fun and be sure to carry around some Claritin so you can say you have allergies when people accuse you of crying. Then, once you've had a second to

Book Review: "I Will Teach You To Be Rich"

By Stuart Schultz
9/17/09
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The name is a lot to get past. For me, it conjures images of people in Hawaiian t-shirts, converging on Vegas en masse, to attend a "how to get rich" seminar which actually is nothing more than a giant pyramid scheme. Surprisingly though, I couldn't recommend this book more

Marriage as Response to Economic Crisis: Don’t Do It!

By Tory Hoen
9/16/09
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Times are tough. We know this. And for recent graduates, they’re extra tough. The challenges of landing a first job and establishing financial independence are daunting enough. Add a global economic meltdown into the equation, and you’ve got a recipe for a first-rate quarter life

Making the Most of a Trip Back Home

By Lauren Gerber
8/28/09
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We all love the trip home. Back to the over-comforted bed; our favorite family pet; long, huge meals; and our parents’ personal TLC fit for an 8-year-old (we love dearly, even if we are almost a quarter of a century years old). But some of us might not be getting as much bang out of our trip home as we could. After all, why leave all of the perks at the door?

Balling on a Budget: How to Buy Suits from eBay

By Christopher Schonberger
8/17/09
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This week, one of my best friend's from college graduated from Harvard Law School. In addition to being (in the words of Al Pacino in Scarface) "such a good lawyer [mayng]," he is also known for his enviable fashion sense. In light of his recent accomplishment, I asked him how he managed to stay so fresh on a student budget. His mot-so-dirty little secret?

Cheap Deals for Graduates

By Arielle Sachar
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  1. Bow down to Craigslist – Whether you’re looking for furniture or cheap salsa lessons, this is really the mecca of deals, and also a good place to unload your unwanted stuff to make some money for other things.
  2. Stay aware – Just like an old grandma clipping coupons, recent grads have to put some effort into getting great deals. Keep tabs on local magazines and newspapers that have listings for free events or special deals, as well as websites that cater to your city (e.g., the Gothamist network).
  3. Buy in bulk – Eating out and grocery shopping for one can be a huge monthly expense. Try going to bulk discount chains like Sam’s Club and BJ’s once a month instead of picking up a couple items from the more expensive local market every few days.
  4. Share is caring (about your wallet) – Whether we swap movies with our friends or trade in our used books for new ones, being thrifty warms the heart.

Like milk sitting in a fridge, student discount cards expire. All those sweet savings down the drain. I’ll admit it; I sobbed like a schoolgirl when I lost mine. But as my tears dried, I soon found that there are tons of good deals out there. These deals let us

Get Paid for Your Notes. Seriously.

By Christopher Schonberger
6/03/09
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So, you're a poverty-stricken recent grad looking to make a little extra cash for the weekend. You've sold all your Air Force 1s on eBay, donated platelets to Red Cross, volunteered for a sleep study, and traded in your Sega at Gamestop. You probably think that, short of your vital organs, you've got nothing left in this world of any value.

Using Your Student ID After College

By Julie Fishman
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  1. Self-promote – Many venues don't check or don't care about student ID expiration dates—just think of yourself as a “life student” if a little fib keeps you up at night. On the flip side, just because a student discount’s not advertised doesn't mean it's not offered, so it’s always worth asking.
  2. Culture for cheap – Museums, theaters, concert halls, tourist attractions, and local businesses all believe that instilling a modicum of culture in America's youth is a noble cause. Put your student ID to work and watch the deals roll in.
  3. Have ID, will travel – Student discounts are available for vacation deals and travel packages. Amtrak and Greyhound also offer cheaper tickets to students. However, you may need a Student Advantage Discount card or STA Travel card as well as your old college ID to travel the world on the cheap.
  4. Balling abroad – Many countries are pretty liberal in their definitions of student-dom, so flash your ID even if it’s long expired when you’re on the road..
  5. Give it a shot – Banks, public transportation, and the Apple store all offer discounts, but they're more serious about checking whether you're really a student or not. While these places might call your bluff, it's worth a try to save some cash. You might get lucky.

It may feel like the advantages of being in college, like sweatpants and sleep, have evaporated faster than Carson Daly’s waistline. But before cranking up “Glory Days” and shredding all college memorabilia in a violent fit of denial, know there’s one item not to scrap

Think Coupon-Cutting Is for Suckers?

By Christopher Schonberger
5/06/09
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Then prepare to be amazed by the "Coupon Lady." Seriously, watch until the end. She goes hard at the grocery store

Brew Your Own Recession Beer

By Jason Richards
3/13/09
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OK, not an actual "recession beer." More like a nice dark porter. For those interested in a little DIY experiment, The Simple Dollar blog has a very helpful walkthrough and cost breakdown of brewing your own beer.

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