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It’s not uncommon to take out student loans for college. In fact, according to Student Loan Hero, 69% of the […]

2021-12-06

It’s a frustrating feeling. After months, or even years, of making payments toward your student loans, the balance hasn’t budged. […]

2021-12-03

If you have a high student loan balance, you’re not alone. The Federal Reserve reported that Americans currently owe $1.7 […]

2021-12-01

When it comes to saving for college, there are several different options available, one of which might not seem like […]

2021-11-24

Do you have a side hustle or are you thinking about starting one? You are not alone. According to a […]

2021-11-22

Updated April 26, 2022 About 45 million people carry student loan debt in the United States — to the […]

2021-11-19

As a parent, it’s natural to want to help your child succeed, and Parent PLUS Loans can be a good […]

2021-11-16

Updated April 15, 2022 If you are researching colleges and are surprised by the cost, you’re not alone. Over the […]

2021-11-15

Your student loan servicer is the company that is responsible for managing your student loans. The servicer collects payments, answers […]

2021-11-10

Student loan debt can feel like a weight strapped to your back, preventing you from achieving the goals you care […]

2021-11-08

People are always looking for ways to maximize their money. Yet when it comes to financial advisors — whose job […]

2021-11-05

When you get a student loan, the expectation is that you will use the money for school-related expenses. However, school […]

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