Weird Ways to Save Money

The question we get asked the most by UNL students is how to save money. We are constantly looking for unique, fun ideas, which we are going to share with you! We want you to be AMAZED by these money saving ideas. We look for tips you've never seen before!

Make Your Own Spa Toy

Soothe sore muscles with a homemade, re-useable cloth rice bag. Stick in the microwave for about 60 seconds, and then wrap it around your neck, shoulders, or lower back. They are easy to make. Rice bags feel great, and the rice allows you to squish the bag into the most comfortable position. 

Comparable products retails for $30+. 

Save Your Cell Phone 

Ever drop your phone in a toilet? Yeah, happens to the best of us. Don't panic, just stick it in a bucket of rice to dry it out. 

Get Creative at Starbucks 

Don't limit yourself to the pricey drinks. Starbucks has a mystery menu with options under $3, like the:

Minty Hot Chocolate

Cost: $2.80. You can add the peppermint syrup for an additional 50 cents.
What it is: The Starbucks version of hot chocolate contains steamed milk, vanilla, and mocha-flavored syrup. Add peppermint syrup - or toffee nut, caramel, or raspberry!

Check out more options on the Starbucks mystery menu.

Do Buy Jeans Now
 
After the back-to-school rush is a great time to find deals on brand name denim.

Before Buying Online, Search for a Discount Code

NEVER buy anything online without first googling for a coupon code. And when you've  found a coupon code, search a little more to find a better coupon code. 

Ex. I googled "Kohls Online Coupon Codes" and got 20+ hits.

If you can't find a coupon code, update your status on Facebook asking your friends if they have a particular online code you can use.