On November 22, 2022, the student loan payment pause was extended until the U.S. Department of Education is permitted to implement the debt relief program or the litigation is resolved. Payments will restart 60 days later. If the debt relief program has not been implemented and the litigation has not been resolved by June 30, 2023 – payments will resume 60 days after that. Learn More

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A Guide to Money Management for College Students

For many young adults, moving into their college dorm is their first experience living away from home. While this kind […]

Woman reviewing credit report for delinquent student loans

2022-10-28

Removing Student Loans From Your Credit Report

There may be times when you wonder how to remove delinquent student loans from your credit report or even how […]

2022-09-09

Which Generation Spends the Most Money?

Spending money is part of life, as you’ll need to pay for essentials such as food and housing and for […]

Female college student looking over finances.

2022-09-07

7 Common Financial Problems for College Students & How to Avoid Them

As a college student, you may think that covering tuition is the only financial hurdle you’ll encounter. However, several other […]

Teenage male student putting money in his piggy bank.

2022-09-07

6 Personal Finance Tips for High School Students

You’re never too young to start building good money habits. So whether you’re a freshman in high school who babysits […]

2022-08-31

Pros and Cons of Paying Off Student Loans Early

If you’re one of the millions of people with education debt, paying off student loans in full is likely a […]

Parent and college student filling out the FAFSA

2022-08-23

FAFSA Explained: How to Complete the Free Application for Student Aid

The cost of college has increased by 169% since 1980. While that number may cause sticker shock for some people, […]

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2022-08-08

How Student Loans Impact Your Debt-to-Income Ratio

Throughout your life, you may want to take out many different kinds of loans, including student loans, a mortgage, and […]

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2022-08-04

Medical Debt Is Being Wiped Off Credit Reports

If unpaid medical bills have affected your credit score, then a recent update from Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion may be […]

2022-08-01

Creating a Monthly Allowance for Your College Student

When you’re preparing to send your child to school, you may be thinking about the cost of college, your student’s […]

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2022-07-28

Motivating Your Student to Apply for Scholarships

Do you find your child lacking motivation when it comes to finding grants and scholarships? While some students are intrinsically […]

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2022-07-21

5 Personal Finance Books for College Students

If you’re looking to get your finances in shape, one of the best ways to start is by learning from […]