Content written by Jill Harrison
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Written by Jill Harrison
College isn’t all about classes, tests and degrees. While those things are important, the college experience is about growing and gaining new perspectives. A great way to start this path is to make yourself at home. Many incoming freshman live is dorms, and some stay there until graduation. It is important to make a space […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Strapped for cash this holiday season? Large family coming over for food and festivities? Impress your guests and keep cash in your wallets with our quick and easy dessert recipe’s this holiday season. Try them out and let us know which recipe is your favorite by using #TitleMax! Pretzel Christmas Trees Ingredients: Pretzel Rods Green […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Grocery stores and food brands understand how the average person likes to shop. Besides manufacturer placement and easy prepackaged foods, grocery aisles are full of psychological traps and seemingly good deals. Although this can make for a pleasant customer experience, the effects on a shopper’s wallet can be less than frugal. If your goal is […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Do: Plan ahead when grocery shopping. Cut coupons, make a list, and price match. How much money can you save in one trip to the store? Don’t: Impulse buy or use coupons just because you have them. Going into the grocery store without a plan is dangerous! Make sure that you are monitoring what you […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Maintaining the value of your vehicle is important for several reasons. Whether you want to sell it, trade it, or use your vehicle title for a loan or pawn, it is important to consider the factors that determine your vehicle’s worth. These factors include condition, age, and total mileage. While some of these factors are […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Emergencies happen daily, and it is important to be prepared for life’s unexpected events. Now that you’ve learned different ways to stop living from paycheck-to-paycheck, it’s time to learn about how you can plan ahead for financial emergencies. Remember, an emergency fund is not for extras or wants. It is just there for when you […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Hooray! Payday has arrived. Time to get that new gadget you’ve had your eye on and maybe go out for a nice meal. But wait- first things first. You have to pay your rent/mortgage. Oh, looks like utility bills are due too. You also have some monthly subscriptions that auto-draft next week. Still have room […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Football season is upon us, and TitleMax® wants you to MAXimize your savings this year. In order to make your budget last until the last game, follow our three budget-friendly tips you can implement into your busy schedule. Buy in bulk. For tailgating or cooking at home, stores such as Costco & Sam’s Club offer deep […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
No matter your financial situation, there is always room to save. Whether at the grocery store, or around the house, there are always opportunities to spend less and save more. So why is saving so hard? It’s because saving money requires you to change your habits and lifestyle. It requires you to eat out less, […]
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Written by Jill Harrison
Follow our 5 easy tips for MAXimum organization this semester. Use a planner. Planners can be a simple way to keep track of any upcoming tests, events, or items that need to be done. Allow 5 to 10 minutes at the end of each class period to make any notes about upcoming assignments, tests, or […]
