College
College is expensive! But the costs generally do weigh up to the increased prospects for your (financial) life.
You have some big decisions to make. Like where do you go? And then of course there are student loans. The process of getting the right student loan and getting the right amount of money for school can be a big problem and can also get really complicated.
However, here is the good news. The articles and Student Loan Guide below help you avoid money mistake in college, show you how to manage your student loans and we even give you some innovative ways of cutting debt.
Your first class starts now!
Are You a Sucker for Student Loans?
There's a chance (some say a good chance) that in the near future, student loans will be forgiven and universities will be free for all students. That…
Big-time For-Profit "University" Faces 191 Million-dollar Settlement for False Advertising
FTC Settlement Against University of Phoenix
Source: www.consumer.ftc.gov
Most people go to college to earn a degree and get a good job. In a compet…
Struggling with Student Loan Debt?
Are you thinking about defaulting? That could be a disastrous move! So what should you do? Here are a few options.
Can You Flourish in a Gig Economy?
I'm sure you've heard of the term "gig economy", but do you know what it is? Or—perhaps more importantly—how it may impact you and your (f…
Choosing a Major? Questions to Consider
Throughout life we face choices. But generally, the stakes are higher for the choices you make during and after college. After choosing what college t…
Student Loan Guide
Student Loan Guide
43 Million Americans Are Saddled with Student Loans
Are you one? Are you coping or struggling?
Do you have these que…
Skillfully Navigating Student Loans
What is the first thing that comes to mind when you think of student loans? I hope it's the word "debt."
College can be an important component to yo…
FoolProof's Top 238 Money Mistakes to Avoid in College
If we wanted to, we could probably come up with hundreds of ways college students throw away money. I know. I made a lot of mistakes when I was younge…
Is College Worth It?
College is expensive! But the cost generally do weigh up to the increased prospects for your (financial) life. This video will help you find ways to…
Financing Higher Education
It's never too early or too late to start planning for your children's education after high school. The earlier you adopt a savings plan, the more opt…
Financing Higher Education—Checking Out Education Loans
The cost of post-secondary education—college, university, community college or career or trade schools—continues to rise. But pursuing hig…
Innovative Ways of Cutting Debt
Do you owe money on student loans, credit cards or a mortgage? This video can show you ways to free up money to help cut down on your debt.
Options for Managing Your Student Loans
Whether you're just starting to repay your loans, you've been paying off your student loans for a while, or you're a parent paying off student loans, …
So You're Young and Unemployed. What Should You Do?
I recall my first job out of college. I was young, eager, and the economy was booming.
Then the recession hit. My friends started to lose their jobs …
Ever Considered a Two-Year Community College or Four-Year State University?
Didn't make it to your dream university this fall? Excellent!
Jealous that your friends are heading to that fancy out-of-state University? Forget it…
Ever Considered a Two-Year Community College or Four-Year State University?
Didn't make it to your dream university this fall? Excellent!
Jealous that your friends are heading to that fancy out-of-state University? Forget it…
The Cost of College
Getting an excellent college education doesn't have to break you financially. Think outside the box, and think close to home, and you'll be the one …
Have Student Loan Debt? Six Tips to Pay It Off Faster
Debt from student loans for higher education is now the largest category of debt in the U.S. As of December 2014, over 43 million borrowers owed a cum…
Campus Cards
In college, or going there soon? Here's a rundown on the “Campus Card” many schools provide students.
