How to pick a bank account for uni
Banks want you as a customer so will try to tempt you with gimmicks like gift certificates and freebies, but other features could save you money and help you stay on top of your finances.
Student accounts work like normal bank accounts but they come with extra features, and you can only open them if you are in higher education.
Here’s what to look for:
Look for the best overdraft
Overdrafts let you keep spending after the balance in your account hits zero. Your account will then show a negative balance, so if you withdrew £30 with just £5 left in your account, your new balance would...
Student accounts work like normal bank accounts but they come with extra features, and you can only open them if you are in higher education.
Here’s what to look for:
Look for the best overdraft
Overdrafts let you keep spending after the balance in your account hits zero. Your account will then show a negative balance, so if you withdrew £30 with just £5 left in your account, your new balance would...