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Category: College Planning

May 19, 2024

Getting Your Financial House in Order after Graduating from College

Congratulations, you’ve put in the hard work and graduated from college! So what’s next? Finding a place to live, starting a new a job or purchasing a new car? If it’s not already on your list, getting your financial house in order is a great place to start off in order to afford all of those items on your wish list. After all, if you fail to plan, you plan to fail.

June 27, 2023

College Budget Breakdown: The Cost of Education

According to the College Board, the cost to attend in-state public colleges averaged $25,290 for the 2017-2018 year and private colleges averaged $50,900. Wondering what goes into those costs? It’s time to do the math on college and the means of getting there. Here are the 5 main categories to consider.

June 27, 2023

7 Ways to be a Responsible Borrower

Most people come out of college these days with some kind of student debt. Those monthly bills may seem overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be difficult to manage your private student loan payments. From pre-college to post-college, it’s important to practice good financial habits when it comes to your student loans. Here our top tips to being a responsible borrower.

June 26, 2023

Student Loan Terms You Need to Know

As we approach the start of another academic year, more families are learning about student loans. Education finance can be confusing and, if you’re like most people, you’ve probably stumbled over the terminology. Before signing on the dotted line, here are 12 student loan terms you need to know.

June 26, 2023

6 Tips for Paying Off Student Loans

Student loan repayment isn’t easy, but it’s definitely possible. With a little strategic planning and a lot of self-discipline, you can slowly but surely tackle your loans. Here are six tips to get you on the right track when it comes to dealing with student debt (and any debt).

June 26, 2023

So, You’re Looking for a Cosigner . . .

If you’re looking for a cosigner, you’re not alone. Over 90% of private student loans include them. There is a lot to keep in mind when trying to find a good candidate. Here are some helpful tips to keep in mind as you move through the process.

November 30, 2020

Student Loan Consolidation: Find Your Best Repayment Option

Deciding when it’s time to consolidate your student loans is easy. Perhaps your monthly payment has become unmanageable, you’re tired of receiving multiple student loan bills each month or you’d just like a fresh start on your loans. But choosing your repayment option isn’t always easy. Since you don’t know what your financial situation will look like in the future…

November 10, 2020

Student Loans and Marriage: What You Should Know Before Tying the Knot

When you start hearing wedding bells, there’s a lot to think about. One thing that often gets overlooked is student debt. Many people don’t know all of the implications that go along with student loans and marriage. There are numerous details, and it can definitely get confusing. So, we’ve compiled some key considerations to discuss before tying the knot.

October 22, 2020

Creating a Finance Binder: 3 Easy Steps

When you graduate college, adulthood tends to hit you all at once and you’ve probably got the financial documents to prove it. If you’re like most recent grads, the piles of paperwork on your coffee table may include some late bills, your diploma and more receipts than you know what to do with.

September 23, 2020

How to Make a Budget You Don’t Hate

Creating a Budget can be hard and sticking to that budget can be even more difficult. With spending as easy as pressing a button on your phone and the COVID-19 pandemic effecting everyone; it is more important now than ever, to create a good budget. In this article, we’ll help you make a financial plan to hold yourself accountable.

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