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Student Places Top Tips on Budgeting for Students Find a student bank account with an interest-free overdraft ? This is essential but remember that the overdraft is just a safety net for any short-term cash-flow problems. It is also best to steer clear from credit...

How to Make the Most of Your Student LoanNights out, food shops, society stash, subscriptions, bills, the list goes on. As a student it can be so easy to spend big chunks of your loan without realising it. Below are a few useful tips on how to make the most out of...

Reasons why private housing is better than halls Where you live whilst you are studying is a major part of the university experience. Are you sick of paying expensive campus accommodation, queuing for the shower and awkward kitchen small talk? Private housing might be...

Starting university this year? Here is what you should know about student living Getting started in the world of higher education is pretty daunting. But fear not, on the Student Places website, you’ll find loads of information on our blog page which has everything...

How to get back a full student deposit Hands up who’s ever had a sleepless night worrying about when, and if, you’ll get back the deposit you paid for your home? Making sure you get your deposit back is easy. In fact, last year 99% of our tenants received theirs back...

Best part-time jobs for students? Tuition fees, food, rent, utilities, books, clothes… your student loan will only take you so far. There are numerous ways to make money as a student, but there's no substitute for a good part-time job. If time allows, you may be...

Which questions should I ask during a viewing? Student accommodation viewings are essential to finding the right home for the year ahead. So, what should be at the top of your “to ask” list when you’re at the viewing? We’ve got one or two ideas which will help you to...

Your guide to fees and charges: what to pay and when? Any costs that are incurred from managing your tenancy are handled by your landlord but there are some things you may have to fork out for along the way. To help you to budget effectively, we’ve created this handy...

What to look for when renting a student home Finding your first student home is exciting, however, it can be tricky to know where to centre your search. It can sometimes feel a little overwhelming diving into the rental market for the first time. It can sometimes feel...

How to find housemates at university It can be tricky to find suitable housemates for your student housing. Your friends – as much as you may like them – may not make the perfect housemates. So, if you’re an individual looking for like-minded people to share with,...