Bills

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Everyone has them, not just students at university. Nonetheless, this is often the first time that many students are exposed to the activity every parent complains about, paying bills.

"Money doesn't grow on trees" parents often say, but how are we suppose to know that until we have obligations such as bills? Receiving an invoice in the mail via your electric or internet company is always the worst surprise ever.

"How much is it this time?" "WOAH! I guess I shouldn't have paid for that round last night!"

Bills force students to factor money more readily into their decision making process. There are certain things you can live without purchasing, but being six months late on your energy bill means no electricity, and never another loan in your life.

Pay your bills, skip the second beer with dinner.