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Back At It Again With the Bad Advice: Bad Advice by Amanda #19

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Back At It Again With the Bad Advice: Bad Advice by Amanda #19
Amanda Reed

I'd like to start off this edition of my bad advice column with a quote that captures the essence of my return: “Surprise, Bitch. I bet you thought you saw the last of me.” -Madison Montgomery. You thought I was done with this thing? Oh honey, you thought wrong. #BABA is back with a hot sweaty vengeance, so prepare for the worst advice yet, friends. So, without further ado, here is the return of Bad Advice by Amanda.

Amanda,

I'm having a difficult time saving money. The goal is to have above $20 in my account. Unfortunately between bills and booze this isn't the case. What do you suggest I do to remedy my situation?

Broke College Kid, University of Expensive Tuition

Broke College Kid,

First, find yourself an accredited institution ("University of Expensive Tuition" sounds like a bad time off the bat). Maybe your life would be better if you went to "The School for Broke People Who Want a Good Education." I would say "rob a bank/convenience store/other place with money" because, obviously, they have money, and it looks like you need more money to keep up with your expensive lifestyle, but that would be incredibly stupid/reckless. So, the best option is to prioritize and find good ways to cut costs. Pay your bills first (duh). Then, budget. You can drop $100 on clothes, but drop that money thrifting. You spend $100 but at least you got cooler shit than if you went out and bought something new. Buy shittier/cheaper alcohol than what you're currently buying. Don't forget about couponing! Get those deals, fam. And try to do some things yourself. There are plenty of tutorials on YouTube that teach you how to DIY and save ya coin. Your hair might look stupid since you cut it yourself and you're an uncoordinated idiot, but at least you saved some money!

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