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2019-12-30
Don’t Bet the House: Dangers of Paying Student Loan Debt with HELOCs
This blog has been prepared for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult a professional for […]

2019-12-27
U.S. Cities With the Most Student Loan Debt
You’ve heard it on the news: student loans are a national epidemic. According to Experian, Americans carry $35,359 in student […]

2019-12-23
Why You Should Have A Side Hustle
Updated December 31, 2021 Side hustle. It’s a relatively new phrase, but a concept that’s older than you think. […]

2019-12-17
ELFI Credit Series: 5 Habits For Good Credit Hygiene
Updated January 28, 2022 Whether you’re just building good credit for the first time or you’ve spent years diligently […]

2019-12-17
ELFI Credit Series: How to Play (and Win) the Good-Credit Game
Building and maintaining good credit is all about knowing how credit works. Once you know the rules, you can play […]

2019-12-17
ELFI Credit Series: Don’t Just Build Good Credit — Maintain It
Updated January 28, 2022 If you’re a health nut, you know the importance of clean eating, regular exercise and […]

2019-12-17
ELFI Credit Series: Why Maintenance Matters for Credit
Updated January 28, 2022 Once you establish credit, it’s time to go into maintenance mode. Good credit won’t sustain […]

2019-12-13
This Week in Student Loans: December 13
Please note: Education Loan Finance does not endorse or take positions on any political matters that are mentioned. Our weekly […]

2019-12-12
Is Federal Student Loan Consolidation Right for You?
If you have federal student loans, there is a good chance you’ve heard the word “consolidation” before. But do you […]

2019-12-10
Student Loan Repayment: Debt Snowball vs. Debt Avalanche
Updated January 28, 2021 When you’re paying off student loans, it’s important to have a plan. Two common debt […]

2019-12-05
Student Loan Interest vs. Other Interest Types
If you have student loans, you’ve probably been told at one point that it’s “good” debt. But what does that […]

2019-12-04
Tips for Starting Your Student Loan Repayment Journey
Updated: March 9, 2022 Once you graduate from college, leave college, or drop below half-time enrollment, it’s time to […]