Going to college or university can often be the start of your independence. That means a whole load of added responsibilities you didn’t think about before. Yup, we’re talking money…
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Money series: all about student loans
If you are about to head to university or college you will likely be receiving some form of student loan, grant or bursary, but what do each of them mean and how do you pay back your student loan?
Money Hacks: Here’s how to save money now
Each year we hear more and more scary reports about young people struggling to manage their money. The latest found that more than a third of young people have debts of almost £3,000 and experience significant concerns about cash. The survey, that questioned over 2000 people aged 18 to 24, found that they borrowed using credit… Continue reading Money Hacks: Here’s how to save money now
Managing student debt
We’re in a recession, and there is no way of avoiding it. High street stores are closing left, right and centre and finding a job appears harder than ever. Your education is one way to single yourself out when it comes to job-hunting, but unfortunately knowledge is not free. Though here in Scotland we’re lucky… Continue reading Managing student debt