Student MoneySaving Club!

ames123_2

I think I'll do what I planned, just take what I need. Don't worryI know what you mean VV, I was always going to shops to buy pants last year because I had no clean ones! :rolleyes:

violetviolin

hahahahhaa i do wash!!!!! hahahaha

ames123_2

violetviolin wrote: »

hahahahhaa i do wash!!!!! hahahaha

What do you mean?

ames123_2

Aghh i've emailed JJB, trying to find out their student rate for this year because I want to join in September but they won't tell me. I have to call in. I just want to know how much! If it's similar to what they did last year then i'm gonna join anyway.

dreams_of_paradise

violetviolin wrote: »

he said that the 3 contract is actually £20 including itemised billing and VAT, is that true?

Direct from 3 then 500 mins 100 texts is £20, 500 mins on its own is £15.
Also, have you tried e2save? It's owned by carphone warehouse but does better deals like 12 months free on a twelve month contract by redemption.

Swirlywurly wrote: »

I don't like the idea of going with 3 because they use overseas call centres

Actually if you go on www.saynoto0870.com there is a number for 3 which is based in Glasgow plus it's free so you don't have to use your minutes ringing customer services etc. A good idea to check here for all 0870, 0871, 0901 numbers etc.

violetviolin

ames123 wrote: »

What do you mean?

i thought you thought i bought clothes instead of washing them hehehe:o that would be most un-MSE :money:;)

dreams_of_paradise

violetviolin wrote: »

maybe we could all try and learn the matched betting together...? it all goes completely over my head!

I looked at this a while ago and never really grasped it either. Maybe together we can get somewhere with it.

violetviolin

i'll give the phone website a look, thanks!!

and i saw this money saving page from msn and thought of you guys! it's got loads of info. here's a summary some of their tips:

Drink before you go out

Limit yourself to a set amount of cash for the night, taking into consideration travel, entrance costs and of course drinks. Whatever you do, don’t take your card out with you.



Better yet – don’t go out
House parties are a great way to get to know the people living around you. If your halls are set up in a way that would enable you to, try inviting people over instead of going out to a club.


Clubs and Societies
There’s nothing wrong with taking up a hobby, but maybe one or two is enough. If you’ve already become a member of two societies, slow down and think whether you’re really going to be able to juggle any more activities as well as your studies.

Joining the gym
As good as your intentions are, is it realistic that you are going to go to the gym more than twice every term?

Getting Around
Taking taxis is always an attractive option, especially on a night out, in the cold, when you’re wearing heels (or with a girl wearing heels as the case may be). But, weigh up whether it’s really worth it. Could £5 be saved with a 15 minute walk? Or is it cheaper to get a bus? If there is a big group of you then taxis may be more economical if you manage to fill them up.

[i wanted to add that the taxi is worth it if it is not safe to walk]

Food for thought
When you applied for your accommodation at university you would have had to choose between catered and self-catered halls of residence, both of which can cause budgeting issues.

Bear in mind that you are a student and your loan has to stretch quite far to last you the whole term. Don’t go buying silly things like expensive meat or other luxuries such as nice cheese, deserts etc. You’re a student now and so it’s time to economise.

violetviolin

dreams_of_paradise wrote: »

I looked at this a while ago and never really grasped it either. Maybe together we can get somewhere with it.

cha-chinggg $$$$$ hahaha

influence

Take just enough clothes as you need. You actually spend more in moving your clothes than to buy new ones later.

I hate moving house with cases of clothes to pack and 'pay'.