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Grad PLUS Loans Ending: What’s Next for Grad Students?
For years, the Grad PLUS loan program served as the financial bridge between what federal aid covered and what advanced…
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February 3, 2018
Buying A House with Student Loan Debt: Things to Consider
Key Takeaways Having student loan debt does not automatically disqualify you from buying a home. Mortgage lenders evaluate your debt-to-income…
January 22, 2018
How Does Student Loan Interest Work?
The basics of student loans are pretty straightforward. A lender (usually the federal government) gives you a certain amount of…
January 8, 2018
How to Get Student Loans Without a Cosigner
How to Get Student Loans Without a Cosigner Lending institutions are a business and, like any business, they want to…
October 31, 2017
Till Debt Do Us Part: Love, Marriage, and Paying Bills with Student Loan Debt
So, you’ve decided to tie the knot — congratulations! This decision likely came after careful thought and deliberation on multiple…
September 12, 2017
Federal vs. Private Student Loan Refinancing: What You Need to Know
After graduation, many students look to consolidate their student loans. Loan consolidation essentially means combining multiple loans into just one…
August 8, 2017
Credit Unions Becoming a More Popular Choice for Refinancing Student Loans
Today’s reality is that student loan debt is a big part of the average college graduate’s life. Seven out of…
July 25, 2017
How to Choose the Right College
How to choose a college: Considerations for Students Intro Cost Location Institution Type and Size Public Colleges Private Colleges Online…
June 12, 2017
Affording College: What Are My Payment Options?
Affording College: What Are My Payment Options? The cost of attending college has risen drastically over the past two decades.…
August 24, 2016
Refinancing student loans can help improve your budget
Refinanced Loans Make for Better Budgets Whether you’re just starting to look for a career after college, or you’ve spent…
June 10, 2016
6 Questions to Ask Before You Refinance Your Student Loans
Key Takeaways Interest rates, loan terms, and repayment flexibility vary by lender. Refinancing can affect cosigner options, fees, and hardship…
April 25, 2016
How to Improve Your Credit Score Over Time
Key Takeaways Payment history is the most important factor in your credit score. Keeping credit utilization low can quickly improve…
April 21, 2016
5 Savvy Tips for Negotiating a Raise
When entering into negotiations for a raise there are a few key factors to always keep in mind. Consider your…