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Tips for studentsIt’s graduation season! If you’re about to take that walk that will lead you into the next chapter of your life, you probably need to be thinking about how to fund that next chapter. Hopefully this isn’t the first time you’re thinking about it, but it may be the first time it’s really felt real. […]
Does it pain you to spend hundreds of dollars on textbooks each semester when you know that you won’t need them after finals and you can only sell them back to the bookstore for pennies on the dollar? Trying to sell your used textbooks can be difficult, especially if they aren’t in the best shape […]
Being a leader is something that we’re always told we should aspire to, but what makes a great leader inspirational to others and how can we achieve that in our lives? This TedTalk by Simon Sinek is an intriguing insight into the ideas of great leaders and the ever-important question “why?.” Simon Sinek- How great […]
Have you ever wondered what makes some people more desirable in a workplace? Education and skill aside, there are a few things that many employers look for. Not only do these traits make you more desirable to employers, but they have a way of commanding respect which often lends a hand on the path to […]
Every New Year is a chance for a new you and many people take advantage of that by making a resolution for change in the New Year. Common resolutions are to lose weight, get in shape, quit a bad habit or save money/control their debt. The first step on the road to becoming a new […]
Every kid had a piggy bank sitting in their room, filled to the brim with change and maybe just a few buttons. As time goes by those ideas of saving for a new toy or game start to fade, and our minds focus on the short-term, present goals. In your 20’s, it can be stressful […]
Taking advantage of your 20’s is something many professors and psychologists constantly beg young men and women to do. To start the “20 Something Series”, here is a moving Ted Talk by Meg Jay who’s passion lies in inspiring our youth. https://www.ted.com/talks/meg_jay_why_30_is_not_the_new_20
Whether you are a college student on break or you’re just looking for a part-time job to earn some extra cash over the holidays, pay attention! Web sites such as www.monster.com and www.snagajob.com offer seasonal job listings where you can search by your city and state. Here are some common jobs to keep in mind […]
Concluding our three part series on The Best Credit Card for You, we will be discussing the Best Credit Cards based off of Rewards! Capital One QuicksilverOne Rewards If you have average credit, this card is great because it provides no fees, no hassle and high rewards. Offering a flat 1.5% cash back on all […]
There are many types of credit cards, and finding the best one for you depends completely on your lifestyle. So to give the best options for everyone’s lifestyle, we’re starting a series of posts to give advice on choosing the best credit card that fits you. Now credit cards can certainly be ranked by a […]