Student Debt Advice

Whether you are considering going to university, you're already there or you've now graduated and you're looking for advice with student debt, we hope you find this section useful. Covering everything from efficient savings, managing your money and top tips on how to preserve your credit rating, Clear Student Debt is your definitive resource.

Cash between Loans

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One of the annual conundrums I have faced during my time at university is how to navigate the financially baron period towards the end of term. This perennial issue is brought about as the final few … [Read more...]

How much does it cost to go to University?

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The expense of university can be split into three categories; the principle outlays include Course Costs and Living Cost , whilst the final cost is Living Expenses . Of course the costs displayed on … [Read more...]

How to preserve your credit rating

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Refused credit? it might be down to your credit rating. When applying for a loan, the lender will perform a full credit check on you with credit reference agencies. Being declined for a loan, … [Read more...]

Jargon Buster

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The following Jargon Buster is the clearing in the finance forest, we hope you find it useful. Should you have any further questions or comments do not hesitate to get in touch... APR: The APR is … [Read more...]

Relax. Student Debt is an investment… apparently

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With the government proposal to increase tuition fees for UK Students starting course in 2006 to around £3000 a year, one would assume this means students are likely to borrow more and at the end of … [Read more...]

Student Debt in the Future

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With typical final-year student's debt between £8,000 - £12,500 a mix of Student loans, bank overdrafts and commercial credit cards how will these figures fare for students starting courses in … [Read more...]

Student Loans – The facts:

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Who meets the cost of borrowing? Under the Graduate Contribution Scheme it is the Government that meets the cost of borrowing and despite the rising standard of living amongst students over the past … [Read more...]

Students Beware – One Night Stands

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Stumbling back to a strangers room after a heavy night out could cost you your mobile, keys, credit cards, spare change and clothes as well as your dignity on the formidable ‘walk of shame' the … [Read more...]

Take Advantage of Tax Doctor

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Um….. £300…. A holiday after my exams, a new wardrobe or perhaps a nice bottle of champagne for graduation day…. Well why not. At ClearStudentDebt, we are always championing money saving … [Read more...]

The Guide to (Student) Council Tax.

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Moved into rented accommodation? Council tax bill landed on your doorstep? Don't panic; in fact don't even do anything until you have read this. What is council tax? Council tax is a property tax, … [Read more...]