If you’re heading to college this fall, already attending one or are just a teen looking to spend money wisely, you should read this article to learn some strategies that could save you money on fees and interest payments.

You need to consider how you handle spending on an everyday expenses, like food, entertainment, activities and hopefully some travel mixed in.

A few things covered in the article are listed below:

- free checking accountc

- cash versus debit cards

- use of credit cards

- pre-paid cards

- student-aid debit cards

There can often be hidden fees and / or interest charges for using many of these items and you should carefully consider each one before deciding which is best for you.