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The Savvy Scot

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Viewing posts tagged with: study

Have a student loan debt? Consider debt consolidation

By Pauline

  Imagesource.com Rising inflation has affected all aspects of our daily lives, from higher mortgage rates to a rise in the cost of living. Unfortunately it has also lead to rise in areas like education, which many believe should be free. The cost factor has made it very difficult for students to receive top quality… Read more

Filed Under: Money Tagged With: borrow, college, consolidation, credit, credit card, debt, loan, Money, student, student loan, study, uni

UK disposable incomes are on the rise

By Pauline

  There was an interesting press release a couple of days ago over at Scottish Friendly, talking about the UK’s disposable incomes. Well good news, Britons have seen a 3% rise in their disposable income over the last quarter. What is your disposable income? Simply put, it is the money you have left at the… Read more

Filed Under: Money Tagged With: disposable income, isa, savings, scottish friendly, study, UK

A lifetime of savings part 1: Saving money in your 20s

By Pauline

Saving money in your 20s

Hi there! Today I want to talk about savings, as the eligible age for state pensions is getting pushed further and further, it is likely that by the time a 20-something retires, there is not much left for grabs. So it is your responsibility to plan for a financially comfortable future, and it starts now…. Read more

Filed Under: Personal Finance Tagged With: first job, isa, professional, Save Money, savings, student loan, study, tax free, university, young adult

Minimizing College Expenditure

By Pauline

    College is expensive, and tuition increases at a 2.3% average every year. Cost of living on and off campus tends to rise with tuition. Supplies, texts and materials needed for class are subject to rising costs. Food prices fluctuate, but on average they are rising. The same can be said of fuel, and… Read more

Filed Under: Money Tagged With: career, college, course, debt, expenditure, loan, scholarship, student, study, tuition, uni, university

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