Save where you can!
As a student, you probably experienced that your student is not always a bed of roses. In addition to a lot of homework and assignments, most students now also have to have a job next. This is especially true if you study the example. Aarhus or Copenhagen as the rent, these places are much higher. Fortunately, there are several things that students can do to save money:
1. Find the best student discounts
As a student in Denmark, you have many opportunities to get off - just remember to ask. It's everything from cafes, clothing stores to nightclubs. Do you live in a small local town, where the possibility of student discounts are not many, you should search online. There are numerous online shops that offer many good discounts. CarrieAlong.dk instance, is a bag shop, which virtually always running specials on selected products. At CarrieAlong will find a wide range of the latest and best in fashionable bags and suitcases, backpacks, school bag, computer bags, handbags, shoulder bags, party bags and so on. The selection is large and therefore it is possible to find something for everyone. Currently you can save 20% off a wide range of women's bags and up to 50% on their many suitcases. Hurry past webshop and does a good bargain!
Going by train back and forth to get to school, you should invest in a wildcard. On weekends you can save 25% on your train ride and every day you can save as much as 50%. The card costs only 195 kr. And is quickly recouped.
2. Replace your light bulbs
If you are still using incandescent bulbs, you can save several hundred kronor a year by switching to energy-saving LED lights or rated energy saving bulbs. Although the bulb costs more to buy, you will in a short time A positive return on investment. An LED bulb has a life expectancy of at least 25-30 years and in addition to a reduction in your electricity consumption contributes also to a better environment. At Billigled.dk will find a wide selection of LED spotlights and bulbs throughout your home - see more here .
How much can that save?
Calculations of energy service shows that you will stay in an apartment where 3-4 people can go from an annual cost to light at around 1500 kr. To about 430 kr. It is therefore important, what light bulbs you choose to your accommodation.
Besides changing your bulbs, you should of course also look at your power consumption. Remember to turn off the lights when you are not in the rooms? Is your electrical appliances on standby? You will be surprised how much you can actually save in the long run.
3. Water and heat
You can also save money by controlling your heating system in your home or apartment. Manually lowering at night can mean a savings of between 1000-2000 kr. Per year (for a family). Additionally, you should always remember to turn off the heat when you open the windows.
In addition, you should consider your water consumption. Think about how long you spend in the shower and remember to turn off the water when you wash your hair, brushing teeth and so on. Do not have a washing machine and you wash dishes by hand, use a tub or the like. so you do not spend too much unnecessary water.
Add a Budget
To avoid having to spend too much money, you should make a budget. With a budget gives you an overview of what you have income and expenditure. The track will also be the ability to see where you spend money and where you have the opportunity to save.
We hope that you can use the advice and that in future there will be room for a little more pampering.