About the only thing more expensive than sending your kid to college these days is not sending your kid to college. Seriously though, the cost of higher education has steadily been drifting out of the reach of the average American for years.  …
Category: Student Loan Debt
Yes, getting a college degree can lead to significantly higher earnings potential. However, it can also leave you starting your career underneath a mountain of debt. According to data compiled by the Federal Reserve, total U.S. student loan debt amount…
Building good credit takes time—and if your score isn’t strong yet, it can feel like another barrier to higher education. The good news is, your credit history doesn’t have to stop you from getting a student loan. In fact, many federal student loans do…
Who doesn’t dream of their child graduating from high school, earning a college degree and landing an amazing job with a hefty paycheck? What’s not part of that dream is the potential for debt that takes years to pay off. No one wants to see their chil…
If your child just graduated high school or is an incoming senior, you are likely well-informed about the importance of college financial aid. Even if you are still unsure you need it, it is essential that you complete and submit the?FAFSA?(Free Applic…
As students graduate high school and head off to college, they are likely to come across a handful of enticing credit card offers. No matter how amazing the offer or rewards perk may be, there’s a lot to consider before handing a credit card to a colle…
The cost of education, like that of so many other services, has steadily crept up over the years. This occurrence has made student debt almost inevitable. However, all student loans are not the same. There are two basic categories. Private institutions…