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Published 2:32 pm Saturday, August 29, 2026
From vehicle breakdowns and property theft to identity fraud and unexpected expenses, college students face a variety of risks when living away from home.
AAA encourages students and parents to prepare before returning to campus by reviewing vehicle maintenance needs, insurance coverage, security precautions and available money-saving benefits.
Dorm rooms and college town apartments can be hot spots for thieves. Just two roommates could have thousands of dollars’ worth of electronics alone — laptops, tablets, smartphones and gaming systems — as well as other items of value in their small living space.
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