Finally, if you shop around for a better deal, you could actually cover your endowment shortfall and save money at the same time - giving you the best of both worlds.

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The review was requested by council leaders as part of its campaign to save 24-hour cover at Windsor station.

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Others feel forced to scrimp on the cost of a survey because of the pressure to save for a deposit and cover other moving costs.

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