Hi everyone,



I’m a recent graduate, currently working part-time while I look for a proper job, and money is tight. I know my CV needs work, because I’ve sent out about 25 applications and heard back from almost none. But when I search for CV writing help, the prices seem to range from really cheap to way more than I can spend right now.



I’m worried about two things. If I go too cheap, I might end up with a template that has my name pasted on it. If I go premium, I’d be paying for something I can’t afford, with no guarantee it would help.



For anyone who has paid for CV help on a budget, I’d love to hear:



What did you actually pay, and was it worth it?

What should be included at the lower end, such as a consultation, revisions or a cover letter?

How can I tell anaffordable CV writing help from a cheap template factory?

Is it better to pay for a full rewrite, or just a review of my own draft?

Are there any free ways to get proper feedback first, so I know what’s actually wrong?

Did it make a noticeable difference to the number of interviews you got?



I’d also appreciate any warning signs to watch for, such as guaranteed interviews or no contact with the writer.



Thanks in advance, honest answers (good or bad) are very welcome!