How to Save Money as a College Student: Books (@Nick_Fainlight)
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Use Your Library
Use Your Library
Your campus library is an amazing resource. Make
the most of it. Although it might be tough to find a
required course reading at the library, you might
have some luck.
Use Your LibraryDepending on the library, you might find that there’s a
special collections in-house catalog of books that never
leave the library premises.
Speaking to other students, it seems this often gets
overlooked.
Use Your Library
School-related reading set aside, there are a number
of cool books that you can find in your library.
Classmates andFriends
Classmates and Friends
Before looking elsewhere, it’s worth asking your friends
or classmates if they have a book you need. If you’re
lucky, you’ll be able to borrow it for free.
Worst case scenario, you come up with a purchase
price that’s cheaper than anything you find online.
Classmates and Friends
So feel free to borrow books
from people. Far from being a
burden, chances are you’ll
make someone’s day.
Ever here of the Ben
Franklin Effect?
Our Founding Father
noticed that when he
asked people for certain
favors, they ended up
liking him more.
Research YourShopping Options
Research Your Shopping Options
If you do end up buying a book, make sure you put
in the research to figure out what the best deal for
your book will be.
Research Your Shopping Options
Fortunately, you’ll have some options:
AbeBooks.com - cheap
Half.com - cheap and rental options
Amazon.com - rental options and fast delivery
Your School Store - immediate
Online Rental Options - variety of offers
Local Bookstores - support a local business
Have another tip?Let me know below!
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