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Dear Alexa, My friends and I went to the movies last weekend, and at the end of the night I realized I paid more for my popcorn, soda and candy, than I did for my actual movie ticket! Why are movie concessions stands so expensive? Please Explain! Kate Well Kate,... [read more]
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In 2012, 35% of graduates under 30 will not make their student loan payments.  Student loan debt was the only type of debt to that continued to rise during the recession. Those under 30 have the most debt compared to any other age group.  What does this mean for student?