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2022-11-18
Last Updated on December 6, 2023 It’s no secret that going to college is expensive. With tuition on the rise, […]
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2022-11-14
How to Take Out Student Loans for College
As you start the college application process, you’ve thought a lot about what you’re looking for. Your preferred living arrangement, […]
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2022-11-14
Refinance Your Student Loans in 6 Steps
If you’re sick of so much of your student loan payments going toward the interest rather than the principal, student […]
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2022-11-09
How to Consolidate Parent PLUS Loans
Last Updated on June 14, 2023 Each year, millions of parents help their children pay for college by taking out […]
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2022-11-09
A Guide to Refinancing Private Student Loans
Whether you reached the borrowing maximum on federal student loans or needed cash to cover additional class fees, you may […]
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2022-11-04
Some FFEL and Perkins Loans Aren’t Eligible for Student Loan Forgiveness: What Now?
While President Biden’s loan forgiveness announcement was met with excitement and relief, some borrowers had questions about their eligibility. During […]
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2022-10-28
Can You Refinance Student Loans While in School?
If you are like the majority of college students, you need to borrow money in the form of student […]
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2022-10-25
529 Plan vs Roth IRA: Which is Better for College Savings?
As a parent, you want to do everything you can to help your child succeed. That’s why so many parents […]
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2022-10-17
Medical Residency Guide: What to Expect, Salary, and Requirements
If you dream of becoming a doctor, medical school is only the beginning. Once you’ve completed your medical degree, you’ll […]