5 Tips for Making Ends Meet as a Struggling College Student

In a world where making ends meet seems to get harder every day, many college students are finding that it's a struggle as well. You would think that students would have it easy. After all, mama and daddy are footing the bills, right? 

In this day and age, it is more likely that a student in college is trying to foot the bill on their own and struggling to do so, even with the help their parents can afford to give them. Below, you can find a few of the top tips for making ends meet for the struggling college student.

Why do I want to earn big money

Everyone wants to earn big, it’s true, but very few probably wants to work hard for it. Now, even if you take the number of those who wants to work hard to earn money, a little higher, there are very few who would like to work harder when they have enough. 

The feeling of sufficiency restricts human beings to push for big money. Sufficiency leads to contentment, which tells your mind to relax and let success come to you, rather than you going for it.

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Then why people who have enough and those who are satisfied would push for big money. Can there be a reason? It’s hard for people to get out of that mindset and pursue goals for big money. Still, many do go for it. For me, it’s the self worth, which actually propels us to go for big money. The feeling of earning big money even if it’s for a shorter period gives the feeling of improving one’s self worth. That feeling of high tells something - it tells that one has improved one’s worth. This is how you feel – “I am more worthy now than I was before”. 

What’s available so you can afford your next car?

Unless you’re looking to buy your next car outright, you won’t be required to save a lot of money before you can make the investment. As Audi dealer Vindis details in the following guide, you have the choice of a few different finance options whether you’re planning to purchase a brand-new or second-hand vehicle…

What are my options when purchasing a new car?

1.      Personal loan

A visit to a bank or building society will be required to take out a personal loan. Once granted, these enable you to spread the cost of purchasing a new car over a period of time that can last anywhere from one year to seven years. According to the earlier mentioned survey by WhatCar? a personal loan is the most popular way to finance a new vehicle, with a third of those who were involved in the motoring publication’s poll saying they favoured this finance option over all others.

Personal Loan Application in Dubai: Everything You Need To Know

If your recent move to Dubai has become a financial burden, or if you’re in need of substantial emergency funds, a personal loan can allow you to settle in easier, or provide immediate relief. Personal loans are readily available in Dubai and are usually paid off in monthly installments.

Moreover, they can be used for many purposes. In fact, most expats apply for personal loans in Dubai to pay for their annual rent or their children’s school fees. A personal loan can also be used for weddings, home renovations, and other purposes.

Yet, a personal loan application may seem like a stressful process for some. Here are some crucial things you must know before getting a personal loan in Dubai.

15 Ways to Fund Your Business Without A Bank Loan

With banks’ lending figures continuing to fall, thousands of entrepreneurs are looking for alternative funding sources to get their business finances back on track. If you’re one such entrepreneur, then this article provides a comprehensive guide to the tools and options at your disposal.

Business Overdrafts

For companies with fluctuating income, a business overdraft facility from a reliable finance company can provide quick and flexible cash flow. The idea of getting a bank overdraft is simple- you dip into the overdraft in the months where you are making less profits and come back out when the business picks up.

Most finance providers charge interest only on the amount you overdraw, and many offer tailored packages for startups.