Helping youth turn their high school diplomas into college degrees
“Adulting” can seem overwhelming. College, career plans, finances…teens find there is a lot to learn as they prepare for graduation and life after high school. For those going through the college application process, it can be intimidating. Should I pursue…
As a U.S. Navy veteran, I’m fortunate to have seen and experienced first-hand what we celebrate every Veterans Day: the unrelenting determination and drive of the men and women who serve our country. …
Tax season is underway. This year’s income tax return is due on April 15. Many of you may have already filed your taxes or are in the process of filing them. …
Paying back student loans may feel overwhelming but creating a balanced financial plan can help you easily tackle your loans and become paid in full sooner than you think.
If you’re just starting this process, you should know that the vast majority of student loan borrowers successfully repay their loans…
So, you’re interested in an income-driven repayment plan for your federal student loans. If you read part one of our two-part series, you already have the answer to three top questions:
1. What is IDR and is there a fee to enroll?
2. How will enrollment in an IDR plan…
The following is part one of a two-part series detailing the most important information federal student loan borrowers should know about income-driven repayment plans.
If you’re repaying federal student loans or will soon enter repayment and need a lower monthly payment, here is what you need to know about the…
Have you ever heard of a no-spend weekend?
It’s a weekend where you can put your frugality to the test.
No-spend weekends help me keep my monthly spending in check. …
Updated August 27, 2021
As a father of two college students attending schools roughly two hours away in different directions, I’ve learned to appreciate the value of those long drives.
Before dropping my daughter or son off — like I just did recently — the time in the car together…
Six years ago, I embarked on my higher education journey as a first-generation college student. As part of my research, every other weekend I would drag my parents across North Carolina to tour college campuses. …
After choosing and attending a school, deciding how to finance your education, and finishing your degree, you might encounter one more important decision as you begin repayment: whether to consolidate or refinance your student loans. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they’re different. …
