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American films, TV shows and your Dad’s endless story’s may all influence what you think university is going to be like; whether it’s crummy accommodation, pot noodles for dinner every night or endless alcohol and parties.

However, the likelihood is that the student stereotype you have in your mind is probably very far from the truth! Starting university can be an exciting but nerve-wracking time, more so if you have misconceptions about what life will be like. Check out 5 myths about university debunked.

So, you’ve decided to invest in a buy-to-let property and want to market it to students and young professionals in Bristol? If you experienced student life 20 or more years ago, you may be surprised by the change in expectations of what students today expect from their accommodation. Here are a few of the things you might want to consider when deciding how to kit out your rental property and make it appealing to your target market.

A question we’re regularly asked by students when looking at accommodation whilst studying for a degree in Bristol is ‘should I bring my car with me?’ At first thought, it may seem like a great idea, offering freedom, easy transport home and being able to have a lie in before driving to campus.

However, expensive running costs, lack of parking and the risk of becoming a personal taxi service to your housemates should all be taken into account. 

Check out our top considerations when deciding whether to take your car to university or not in our latest blog.