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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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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
Before refinancing student loans, learn the key questions to ask about interest rates, loan terms, cosigners, fees, and hardship options.…
April 25, 2016
How to Improve Your Credit Score Over Time
Learn how to improve your credit score over time, understand FICO scoring factors, and see how stronger credit may help…
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…
April 15, 2016
Clearing a Balance at the End of the Semester
Clearing up outstanding balances and getting registered for the next semester is important. However, final exams and papers often dominate…
April 8, 2016
Millennials and Money — The Co-Signer’s Perspective
Cosigning a student loan is an increasingly necessary promise to support the successful future of the ones you love. According…
April 1, 2016
The Importance of College Planning in April
It’s finally April! The college choice process has officially begun. This is an incredibly exciting time, but also one that…