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cashback sites in europe or brazil
Hi i was wondering if anyone new of any cash back sites abroad .My lad is studying in france at the moment then going to germay then brazil . But he is a huge fan of quidco and the like and on a tight buget .
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Student with a Mortgage
After experience and advice for those who have been a full time student whilst having a mortgage. I thought I'd get ahead of the game by renting my house, living with parents (£200pm board and lodge) to allow me to save and live better than hand to mouth when I have to give up work to do my PGCE. The thought of another 2…
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Should you be charged University Fees when not as Uni?
Hello, Looking for some advice, My daughter has managed to independently find a years internship. Her University is saying she has to pay a 'Placement' fee for this year even though she will not be attending University. This does not sound correct to me as a placement is not even an essential part of her degree. I view…
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Household income
Hi My daughter will be applying for a student loan for 2017-2018. Does household income include her twin brother's full-time employed income? Also, my husband and I both work full-time but also run a smallholding on a part-time basis. This is in its early days so is making a loss. We were able to claim back the tax for the…
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MSE News: Started uni in or after 1998 and began repaying your loan 2002-2006?...
The Government today formally restarted the process of selling off English student loans, after a delay of several months due to the general election. Here's what you need to know if your loan's being sold off...Read the full story: 'Started uni in or after 1998 and began repaying your loan 2002-2006? Your loan's being…
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Overpay mortgage or clear student loan?
My DD has a student loan pre 2012 with repayments of about £270 per month. She also has savings (thanks to generous grandparents) which could have cleared the loan but we thought it would be better to keep the loan and the savings for all the reasons Martin mentioned. She is now buying a flat and because she has a large…
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Sandwich courses and student finance
My 17yo son is looking at University courses for next year. He will be the first from our household to go and I'm struggling to understand some of it. Something being looked at is some sandwich courses. How does student finance work for the year you are on a work placement? I know you are paid by your employer, so am…
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Thesis servicing
For the past 20 years I have deferred payment of my student loan. In that time, Thesis have taken over my particular loan. Ever since, each year 'arrears' have been added for the slightest transgressions. Deferment forms are mysteriously lost in the post, my emails to them aren't received etc. I became due for deferment…
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Do I tell Student Loans the money I receive yearly from family business?
Once a year I receive a lump sum of money from a family business. I'm obviously not employed by my family so do I have to tell Student Loans that I receive this money? I'm still under the threshold for repaying them any money even with this lump sum but when I forgot to update them on my current employment a few months ago…
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Finance and credit cards making uni impossible
I have previously purchased quite a few things via finance and I am still paying them off. It was fine before University because I could afford to pay them. Now I have to pay for rent and everything else I'm already finding it really hard. Family don't know my financial situation, I messed up before and spent ages paying…
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Being chased for student loan overpayments
My son was briefly at Uni (6 months) before taking an apprenticeship instead. Since leaving he has received letters from Student Loans Company saying he was overpaid his grant/loan and needs to make 'voluntary' payments to pay that back. He paid these for a while however as he is now making payments through his salary also…
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What can I claim on top of a student loan
I am hoping someone might have solid information on what I can claim, on top of a standard student loan? I am currently 45, got offered a place on a Photography and Graphic design degree course (full time) as a Mature student. I was hoping to start 2017/2018 Academic year, but I was not able to get everything sorted for…
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Treasury Committee holds inquiry into the student loan system
The Treasury Committee are holding an inquiry to scrutinise recent changes to the student loan system, including the repayment threshold, interest rates, tuition fees, and the impact on university finances.It will also examine the impact of higher education on the public finances, a so-called 'graduate tax', and the…
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MSE News: PM pledges to raise student loan repayment threshold
Prime Minister Theresa May has said the student loan repayment threshold will be increased from £21,000 to £25,000 as part of a wide-ranging review of student finance...Read the full story: 'Victory for graduates as PM pledges to raise student loan repayment threshold' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already,…
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Struggling
I have decided to return back to studies and wonder if anbody has any tips foe for. I knew it was going to be hard emotionally and financially, but I didn't quite realise how much. I have no time for anything as I work as well, and I'm shattered all the time. I am also a single parent. My outgoings are the same as my…
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Best place to sell used (but in great quality) books
Hello all, I was a long time member from the past, under the same username, waaay back when this site was not long set up! I've just popped in to ask where is the best place to sell used but in great quality books? I tried Amazon this morning and couldn't wade through their buyer central bureaucracy, then they said they…
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MSE News: MPs to launch major new student loans inquiry
An influential group of MPs has launched a wide-ranging inquiry into the student loans system...Read the full story: 'MPs to launch major new student loans inquiry' Click reply below to discuss. If you haven’t already, join the forum to reply.
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Student loan question
I had 3 student loans in 96,97,98 I have never made any repayments to it as I dont earn the money stated in the deferment letters. Will my loan be written of when I am 50? (I am now 40). Thanks for any advice.
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Overseas Repayments - Evidence of Income
I am living overseas and have been making repayments for a few years on Plan 1 (1998-2005 loan type). I have now moved country and informed the SLC. They have in turn requested that I provide evidence of my income. As the repayment threshold is ridiculously low where I have moved I will end up paying a huge amount of my…
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Student discount for £16! With cashback.
Have you ever considered becoming a student just for the student discount? Save £60 of a Spotify premium subscription, free McDonald's cheeseburgers and save hundreds on shops with apps like Unidays and Student Beans. Consider buying the Accredited Massage Therapist Course on Wowcher (unfortunately I cannot post the link)…
