Planning for college education expenses early — as in from birth — lets parents spread out the cost and contribute to a child’s higher education without the huge burden posed by an annual tuition bill or years of debt from federal…
Studies continue to show that getting a college degree is a smart financial move. For example, a 2019 College Board report found that for full-time workers, having a bachelor’s degree increased median earnings by 56% compared to having only a…
Student loan debt is growing six times faster than the United States economy, according to EducationData.org. For parents who want to help with their kid’s college tuition, that’s a worrying thought. But as with retirement savings, the government offers a…
Deserve EDU is a basic student credit card for U.S. and international students looking to build or improve their credit. Deserve EDU has no annual or foreign transaction fee, making it ideal for frugal cardholders who routinely travel outside the United States…
The prospect of widespread student loan forgiveness makes for attention-grabbing headlines. With so many Americans feeling the burden of excessive student loan debt, it’s no wonder. Heck, I write about student loans because I’m a cautionary tale of what can…
Overwhelming student loan debt is a serious financial drag for tens of millions of recent and not-so-recent college and professional school graduates. According to data compiled by EducationData.org, approximately 45 million student borrowers carried an average debt load of $37,584 in…
College is one of the most exciting, memorable times in a person’s life. There are many reasons to attend college, as it allows one to gain an education, discover new passions, and meet lifelong friends. College can also heavily impact…
When you’ve recently graduated from college, the world can seem like your oyster. After four years of unpaid internships or part-time jobs, you suddenly can see full-time employment with a full-time salary on the horizon. But sometimes, finding a full-time job…
As a parent, you instinctively put your children first. While that impulse serves our species well in moments of physical danger, it doesn’t help your long-term financial planning. Quite the opposite, as it turns out. Diverting money from your retirement…
Discover it® Chrome for Students is a student credit card with a cash back rewards program focused on gas station and restaurant purchases, plus some nice fringe benefits for current college attendees. With 2% cash back (up to $1,000 per quarter) on gas station…
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