Our blog is designed to provide information regarding some of the critical topics those with student loans must be aware of to be able to make educated decisions regarding their future.
How does your 401K plan (or lack thereof) relate to and impact your student loan debt? If you have student loans, you may be interested to know whether you can use 401K savings to pay off that debt. You may also be interested to learn about a new 401K student loan payment bill that was recently passed by…
Continue Reading ->Every current and future college student knows the importance of filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). However, not every applicant understands the intricacies of how their federal aid award is calculated, and how they can get more money from their application. So, how can you get more money from FAFSA? In this article, we’ll…
Continue Reading ->Yes, you can use federal and private student loans for books and other education-related expenses. However, buying every book on the course list from the campus store isn’t the way to do it. Continue reading to learn how using student loans for books works along with some tips and tricks for buying books for college. How Can I…
Continue Reading ->Starting a business with student loan debt may seem like an unachievable goal. When you’re making large loan payments each month, it can be challenging to find the funds you need to launch the empire of your dreams. Additionally, you might feel tied down to a full-time job that allows you to make your monthly loan payment. Combined,…
Continue Reading ->With a prepaid college plan, you can prepay for your child’s college or university education at nearly any institution in the United States. Nine States Offering Prepaid College Plans Florida Florida Prepaid College plan Illinois College Illinois! 529 Prepaid Tuition Program Maryland Maryland Prepaid College Trust Massachusetts Massachusetts U.Plan Michigan Michigan Education Trust 529 Prepaid Tuition Plan Mississippi…
Continue Reading ->What is a 529 College Savings Plan? A 529 Savings Plan is an investment account offering tax and financial aid benefits for students. Your money grows tax-free so long as you use it for qualified educational expenses. This includes higher education costs at more than 6,000 U.S. colleges and more than 400 foreign colleges—tuition, fees, books, supplies, equipment,…
Continue Reading ->You’ve picked out your dream car and put away some savings for a down payment. Now all that’s left is making sure you get the best deal on your purchase. But when is the best time to buy a car? If you’re willing and able to time the buying of your new car carefully, you can potentially save…
Continue Reading ->If you’re struggling to pay for college—or to make your loan payments after graduation—you’re far from alone. Most college graduates in the United States use federal and private student loans to pay for school. But choosing the right lender, whether it’s for a new student loan or for refinancing your existing loans, can make all the difference in…
Continue Reading ->Thinking about becoming a veterinarian? Take the 2019 Veterinary School Rankings below into account as you decide where to apply and where to attend. 2019 Veterinary School Rankings—Top 11 The U.S. is home to 30 American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) accredited veterinary schools. If you’re interested in attending a top-ranking school, check out the following eleven universities. Each…
Continue Reading ->Saving for college in some capacity—whether its 15 years in advance or while you’re a college student—is worth it. Money saved now means less money you’ll need to borrow and payback in the future. Continue reading to learn about several long-term and short-term college saving strategies and programs for parents and students. Long-Term Saving for College—10 to 15…
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