For younger people who are just getting started in life, a student credit card is a terrific way to help establish a positive credit history. The most important consideration in choosing the best one for you depends on how you plan to use it. Here's ...
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Your Money Reset Plan After Graduation
Graduation day feels like the end of something big, but it’s really just the beginning. Along with your degree comes the pressure to start acting like a full-grown adult—and that often means facing money issues you might not feel prepared for. One of ...
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4 Smart Reasons Why College Isn’t for Everyone
Some things in life are painfully overrated.
Take camping, for instance. Or iPhones.
I've never understood the allure of luxury cars or the Baby Boomer generation's collective fascination with Bob Dylan either.
Here's one more thing that's ...
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The Pros and Cons of 7 Popular Student Loan Refinancing Options
It's a sad reality that most students still can't graduate from a four-year university without being saddled with thousands of dollars of debt. And if you choose to stick with your standard loan repayment plan without looking into other options, you ...
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10 Reasons Why You Don’t Need a College Degree to Succeed
For your whole life you've been told that you won't get very far without a college education. Well, I'm here to break your heart: they lied.
Despite your youthful indoctrination to the contrary, here are some really good reasons why you don't need ...
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Education Spending: How Much Should Parents Spend on Technology?
Back to school shopping isn't what it used to be. Not too long ago, when it came to education spending, the most technologically advanced product that a parent would buy their kid was one of those bulky graphic calculators. Now, that almost seems ...
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8 Misleading Claims People Often Make To Close a Deal
The other day I came across an old article that suggested a healthy dose of skepticism was essential when you're watching television commercials that make misleading claims for both prescription and non-prescription drugs. No, really. A study ...
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Is a College Degree Necessary Today?
Is a college degree necessary? Well ... possession of a university degree is still an important factor for many employers. So the question that we should really consider is whether having a degree is the only door to a successful future.
Forty-one ...
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How to Pay Off Your Student Loan Faster
One of the biggest obstacles that prevent many graduates from investing either independently or through an adviser is the student loan. Student loans can weigh down individuals from seizing rewarding financial opportunities until they're cleared of ...
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The Financial Benefits of Community College
So, you're thinking about your next educational step and the dollar signs associated with various options. If you're weighing the pros and cons of different types of schools, the benefits of community college might just catch your attention—not only ...
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Healthy Financial Habits for College Students
As a college student, managing money can be a challenge, but developing healthy financial habits can set you up for long-term success. With the right mindset and strategies, you can avoid financial pitfalls and build a solid foundation for your ...
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How to Eliminate Student Loan Debt BEFORE Starting College
The national student debt load continues to sit at a crisis point - so it's not surprising that there is a big push to eliminate student loan debt. For this year's graduating class, more than 70% of graduates borrowed money to finance their tuition, ...
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How to Make the Most of Your Military Benefits
Armed services benefits encompass a wide range of offerings, from education support to healthcare and retirement plans. However, making the most of these military benefits requires strategic planning and awareness. This guide will explore five tips ...
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An Overview of the Most Common Student Loan Options
Do you need a student loan? Do you know what kind of student loan you want?
Student loans are a confusing subject. And these days, most college students are relying on student loans to help meet the rapidly rise of cost of attendance at colleges ...
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Tips to Help College Students Prepare for Their Future
You may already be in the middle of your degree program, and as important as your education is, there are other aspects of your future you need to consider. But since you're already busy going through your degree, you might be thinking you don't have ...
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Savings Tips for High School Grads: 6 Ways to Kick-Start Your Savings
Congratulations! If you haven't graduated already, it won't be long before you can finally say that you've passed every subject, and survived countless teachers from hell. And maybe even a pretty wild campus life! But you're now entering a new era: ...
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8 Things Employers Look for Beyond a College Degree
You're about to graduate from college, or maybe you already have your degree and are looking for employment. Be proud of your degree -- you earned it through several years of hard work. Hopefully, that translates into a good job in your field of ...
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Is a Master’s Degree in Education Worth It? 7 Key Questions to Ask
So you're thinking about getting your master's degree in education, but you're not sure where to start - or even whether a master's degree in education is worth it. Well, there are so many things to consider: For example, should your college ...
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The Parents’ Guide to Helping Your Child Choose a College
Choosing a college is one of the most daunting decisions young adults face. That's why it's important for parents to offer advice and guidance. It's also important for families to seek advice from high school guidance offices and family friends. ...
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How to Know if You’re Eligible for 2022 Student Loan Forgiveness
One-time student loan forgiveness could reach millions of borrowers by the end of this year. And some may be able to take advantage of student loan relief eligibility immediately.
This year, President Biden announced that Pell Grant recipients who ...
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