Smart Strategies for Student Loans: Stretching Your Dollars like a Pro!

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Don’t Pick the First Loan You Find

Make sure you look around at different loans to ensure that there aren’t any cheeky hidden costs and you are getting the best interest rate possible.

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Don’t Think of it As Free Money

Although loans ease off the pressure, it is important to remember that one day you will have to pay it back!

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Stick to Your Budget

Admittedly, this won’t be very fun, but setting some time aside to think about your expenses will help you figure out how much you can afford to spend.

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Set Achievable Targets

Set yourself targets on how much you can spend each week and work a bit of “me money” into the budget.

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Be Careful Where You Put Your Money

Not all student bank accounts have been created equal! For example, in the United Kingdom, certain banks offer a relatively high-interest rate.

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Watch Your Food Habits

Planning meals ahead and taking in a packed lunch to university can save you loads of money.