Essential Checklist for Studying in the UK: What You Need to Know Before You Go
Embarking on a journey to study in the United Kingdom is not just about acquiring knowledge but also immersing oneself in a rich cultural tapestry and embracing new experiences. Before setting foot on British soil, it’s crucial to ensure you have all the essentials to make your transition smooth and hassle-free.
Going through Clearing – The Step by Step Guide
Clearing…..It’s not the end of the world! Sooo you’re reading this for a few reasons: You’re crazy organised and you’re already covering yourself in case the unthinkable happens and your results don’t go as planned. Results day is approaching and you’re beginning to stress about your results. The day has arrived, you’ve missed out on […]
Student budgeting – 5 Apps To Help You!
Becoming a student brings more obligations than you’ve ever had to deal with before. Of course, you have much more freedom than you had when you were still living at home. It’s imperative for every student to find the right balance between freedom and responsibilities. One of the key prerequisites for reaching that goal is […]
Housing Hand launch the University of Salford Guarantor Service
Salford Guarantor Service provided by Housing Hand and the University of Salford Housing Hand, the award-winning UK rent guarantor service, are proud to announce our second University collaboration, at the University of Salford. We have teamed up with the University of Salford to support the most vulnerable students such as care leavers and estranged students […]
Student Life Hacks
At Housing Hand, we are always trying to find ways to make the lives of our students lives easier. Whether this is by helping students and working professionals secure the flats and homes with a UK Rent Guarantor, or helping tenants find the best rented properties in the first place with our Free House Finder Service. To […]
How to apply for a UK student visa
The UK is home to a host of the world’s most prestigious universities, but for prospective students overseas, getting the grades is only the first hurdle. Currently, students from EU countries do not need a visa to study in the UK, though that remains at the will of looming Brexit negotiations. Until 2021 however, the […]
Studying Abroad in the UK: The Challenges, Differences and Lifestyle Changes
Jenny Jones, a U.S. Exchange Student from Columbia University discusses her five top tips for ‘Studying Abroad in the UK’ based on her experience as an American student living in the UK. Read on for great advice applicable to anyone coming to live in Great Britain. Studying abroad is one of the more rewarding and overwhelming […]
The Four Best Places for Studying in London
A Cultural Hotspot If you are studying in London, then you are one very lucky student. As it is one of the world’s largest cities and cultural hotspots, boasting students from all over the world in every area you can imagine, there is no shortage of study spaces across the London area. From libraries and […]
Five years of Housing Hand, the UK rent guarantor service!
As the first and leading rent guarantor service, Housing Hand turning five marks the affirmation of a valued new service and the importance of the international student market in the UK. Happy Birthday! As we wish a very happy fifth birthday to Housing Hand, it is worth reflecting on how their success is representative of […]
Parents Risk Being Guarantor for Rent
If you have a child going to university or moving out for the first time, you may be asking yourself the question, what are the parents risks being guarantor for rent? The fact that you are asking this question suggests you are already sensible to be cautious of the potential financial burden you are committing to. If […]
