‘Watch your spending, use free perks’: an insider’s tips on student money

University student Erin has shared her tips for saving money and earning extra funds while having a good time. She has successfully seen concerts like Oasis for free, earned tickets to racing events, made £200 in one weekend by selling secondhand clothes, and enjoyed discounted treats with friends. These strategies can be valuable for students who want to avoid getting into debt at university.

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The story provides tips for students to manage their money and does not contain any information that could affect the market. It is a personal finance piece that is not relevant to market trends.

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