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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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June 1, 2021
Money Saving Strategies: College to Career Transition
Looking toward what comes after college can be quite daunting. That transition from college to career causes major culture shock…
May 25, 2021
What Are the Benefits of a Private Student Loan Refinance?
A single, lower monthly payment is one of the most appealing aspects of a student loan refinance. It simplifies bill…
May 14, 2021
Should I Work Part-Time or Apply for a Private Student Loan?
A college education is expensive. Tuition, books, housing, food and other living expenses add up fast. While financial aid packages…
April 29, 2021
Planning for Early Student Loan Payoff
Key Takeaways Paying off student loans early can reduce interest costs but may not always be the best financial move.…
April 15, 2021
The 10 Best Ways to Save Money in College
College can be an enjoyable time for many students. However, it can also be accompanied by financial stress. Keeping track…
March 5, 2021
8 Unusual Sources for College Scholarships
It’s no secret that scholarships and grants can help reduce the need to take out college loans. But, quickly finding…
February 26, 2021
5 Financial Steps to Take After Your Student Loans Are Paid
Key Takeaways Paying off student loans can free up significant room in your monthly budget. Reviewing your credit, budget, and…
February 2, 2021
Student Loan Debt & Homeownership: Can They Coexist?
Despite your confidence in your ability to complete a home loan application, you might doubt your ability to actually become…
January 25, 2021
7 Secrets of Graduating with Less Student Loan Debt
If you’ve accepted your college’s financial student aid package (grants and work-study only) and submitted dozens of scholarship applications to…
January 7, 2021
Meet Alexis: Who Saved $50,000 By Refinancing Student Loans
A typical day for Alexis Kuhner involves tending to her full house of pets and enjoying life with her husband.…
January 4, 2021
Tips For an Incoming Freshman From an Almost College Senior
College can be the best few years of your young adult life – I know they were for me. My…
December 28, 2020
So You Took A Gap Year After High School…Now What?
Up to 40% of students in 2020 are seriously considering a “gap year”, an extra year off between high school…