We've all been there—there's not enough money in your account, and you still haven't gotten anything that you need or want for the week.

If we knew where to shop, we would know where and where not to spend our money.You should definitely consider going to these places so that you can save money in the long-run.

1. Buying food is very important on the list of things to do each week. Instead of going to a fast-food restaurant, go to a grocery store. By doing this, you will already save tons of money.If you can't afford to get a membership at Costco or Sam's Club I suggest going to Smith's. You can get your own rewards card for free. With that comes savings on food and gas.

2. If you are looking for some cute workout clothes but can't afford Nike or Under Armour, Fallas is a solid, go-to place. Everything that I have bought from there is almost always under $10 and has lasted a really long time.

3. Plato's closet is a place where you can buy and sell clothes. So, if you want a new dress but don't have the money for it, go to Plato's Closet and sell some items you don't really wear anymore.

4. Buffalo Exchange is an alternative to Plato's Closet. You can sell your clothes to them as well. Buffalo Exchange is big on helping the environment. Instead of just throwing your clothes in the trash, you are selling them so that they can be reused. So, when you go there, you can feel good about buying or selling clothes.

5. Last, but not least, is Target! Now, Target can be pretty expensive if you don't know what days to go on. Every day of the week, the employees go through different areas of the store to check for new markdowns. On Mondays, they mark down baby/kids clothing, stationary items and electronics. On Tuesdays, it's domestics, food and grocery, women's clothing and pet care. On Wednesdays, it's toys, mens clothing, HBA and lawn and garden. On Thursday, it's house ware, shoes, lingerie, sporting goods, music, movies, books, decor and luggage. Finally, on Friday it's auto, cosmetics, hardware and jewelry. So, going to Target on these days to buy these things can save you tons of money. These five places have saved me tons of money, and they could help you save money too. Being in college is hard. You have to blow your money on books and tuition and rent and when you have money left over it can be hard to decide what you are going to spend it on and where. These five places have made it easier for me to save money and now I have just enough to feel comfortable again. Hopefully, if you don't like my ideas, you can find your own go to places to help you save money so that you don't have to be the broke college kid anymore.