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If you're a college student headed home for winter break, your mind is likely on sleeping in, spending time with family, and opening gifts - not on tuition payments. However, your second term of school will be here before you know it. Many families have faced financial challenges over the [...]
Congratulations on deciding to pursue a business degree! The world of business offers a wide variety of career paths and the potential to make a real difference. However, the cost of a business degree can be a significant concern. Let’s examine the financial landscape of business education and explore the [...]
Student loan repayment can be complicated and difficult to navigate. With higher education costs continuing to trend upward, an increasing number of parents/guardians find themselves co-signing their child's student loans, intertwining their financial futures. Parents need to foster open communication about the responsibilities and implications of handling this significant debt [...]
Many people turn to student loans to finance their higher education opportunities. But once you've taken out these loans, paying them off can be a difficult and stressful process. If you have student loans, you might feel like the unpaid balance constantly looms in the back of your mind, simultaneously [...]
When delving into the world of private student loans, you may discover that many lenders mention a “co-borrower.” A co-borrower is someone who applies for the loan with you and is equally responsible for ensuring it is repaid. A private student loan will be held in your name as the [...]
If you’ve exhausted scholarships, grants, and Federal Direct Loans to cover college costs and are still left with funding gaps, you might be considering Federal Direct PLUS or private student loans. There are some key differences between the two loan types that are important to understand. What to Know About [...]
When you receive your award letter from your college of choice, you’ll see a couple of important numbers listed – the estimated cost of attendance (COA), and any financial aid for which you are eligible, such as scholarships, grants, and federal loans/work study. What is Cost of Attendance (COA)? The [...]
Interest on federal student loans resumed on September 1, 2023, and payments will resume in October. Throughout the payment pause (and even before), scammers have preyed on borrowers who are hoping for student loan forgiveness, charging fees for fake services or stealing your information. How can you be sure you're [...]
We know you have big plans for post-college life. Whether you intend to start a small business or travel the globe, you need money to make it happen. Student loan payments could decrease the disposable income available for other financial goals. Fortunately, having a game plan to pay off student [...]
Should I choose a fixed or variable rate? Fixed Interest Rate A fixed rate loan is exactly as it sounds – the interest rate is fixed, or stays the same, for the entire life of your loan. Pros: You’ll know what your interest rate is and won’t have to worry about [...]
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