July 2021

Making money as an artist isn't always easy – particularly when you're first starting out. But selling art and earning an income from doing what you love really is possible. Here's how. Credit: fratello (bank note), Lunatictm (background) – Shutterstock If you're hoping to find a new loving home for your artworks, and make some

From students' views on banking, to how much (if ever) they use cash and how they really feel about BNPL services, our Student Banking Survey 2021 has some fascinating findings. The results from our seventh annual Student Banking Survey are here, revealing all about how students' views and approaches to managing their money have changed

As part of Mental Health Awareness Week, we spoke to the Universities Minister about the significant impact this year has had on students' wellbeing, as well as their financial concerns. Although the pandemic has been tough on us all, many students have felt that they've been among the groups most overlooked by the government. Following

Despite all the jargon and confusing displays with thousands of numbers, investing is actually pretty simple at its core. Don't believe us? Allow us to explain the stock market to you. Credit: Krakenimages.com (man), Phongpan (background) – Shutterstock The stock market might seem like the reserve of high-flying city bankers and the more mathematically-minded among

Graduating is such a huge achievement, so finding the perfect present to congratulate a recent grad takes thought. To help, here's a list of some really special gifts that we're sure they'll love. Credit: Prostock-studio, Roman Samborskyi, SedovaY – Shutterstock It's no secret that university can be very tough for a lot of students. Simply

Whether you're still at uni, a recent grad or preparing for retirement, it's essential to know about pensions. Read on for the key things to keep in mind, including how and when to start saving… Credit: Vladimir Sukhachev – Shutterstock No matter what stage of life you're at, it's never too early to learn about

Looking back on an academic year like no other, our new survey reveals the true impact of the coronavirus pandemic on students. Here's what we found… Credit: Kate Kultsevych – Shutterstock From start to finish, this academic year has been massively shaped by social distancing measures. For a vast number of students, there have been

Whatever you’ve heard about starting an online business, it’s probably true. It’s a competitive playground that challenges even the savviest entrepreneurs, but the overwhelming consensus is that you start learning how to sell online.. One of the best parts about it is that you can sell online beyond the borders of your city, your country,

Learning how to sell on Instagram offers businesses of all sizes incredible opportunities to reach their target audiences and drive sales. Last year, eMarketer reported that Instagram is estimated to have 1.074 billion users worldwide in 2021, 73.5 million more than what it had in 2020. From major brands to local mom-and-pop shops, businesses around

Shopify vs. Squarespace: Which is better? Choosing a website platform is an important decision. Whichever platform you pick will heavily affect many aspects of your project or business's marketing and operations. Plus, switching platforms in the future can cost a lot of time and money. But deciding which platform to use isn't easy. At first