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What Is An Escrow Or Impound Account And How To Cancel It?
Around 80% of mortgage borrowers in the United States have an escrow or impound account. In fact, these accounts are required by some lenders.These a…
The College Investor
04/17/2024
Is A 401k A Scam?
When you think of financial scams, you may think of Bernie Madoff and Nigerian Princes. But if you listen to enough “financial experts” on YouTube an…
The College Investor
04/10/2024
How To Transfer Colleges (And Should You)
Choosing the right school for you can be difficult. Not only does the decision come while you’re still fairly young, but it can also be heavily influ…
The College Investor
04/08/2024
8 Last-Minute Tax Reminders For 2024
The tax deadline is almost here! Here are some last minute tax reminders if you're still working on filing your taxes.Although it might not be the mo…
The College Investor
04/01/2024
College Scholarship Gotchas: How To Avoid Mistakes When You Apply
There are many benefits to receiving one or more private scholarships. It eases the financial burden of getting a college degree and minimizes the ne…
The College Investor
03/25/2024
Can You Use A 529 Plan For SAT Prep?
The short answer is no, you cannot use a 529 plan to pay for SAT prep. However, all is not lost. While SAT prep courses can be expensive, they d…
The College Investor
03/22/2024
How Much Does SAT Prep Cost On Average?
The goal of test prep is to learn tips and tricks that help maximize your time and performance on a college admissions test. Students are taught best…
The College Investor
03/20/2024
DIY MBA: How To Learn Business On Your Own
Getting an MBA, especially at a top school, can come with an expensive price tag. After investing in an expensive degree you might not get the high-p…
The College Investor
03/18/2024
Top 10 Threats To Your Investment Portfolio
Threats to your investment portfolio can come from anywhere, including politics, the economy, and even your own mind. Understanding the threats to yo…
The College Investor
03/11/2024
What To Do With Your Tax Refund
If you’re one of the 80% of taxpayers who will be receiving a tax refund this year, here's what to do with your tax refund according to experts.The a…
The College Investor
03/08/2024
How To Create An FSA ID
A Federal Student Aid ID (FSA ID) is a unique identifier that allows you to log in to Department of Education websites.You need this ID to complete t…
The College Investor
03/06/2024
How To Use A Leap Year To Maximize Your Finances
Leap Year's extra day can serve as a reminder to stop and evaluate. An extra day in the year represents an opportunity to earn more money, pay off de…
The College Investor
02/29/2024
The Financial Aid Terminology Trap
Learning financial aid is like speaking a foreign language. There is an alphabet soup of different words and acronyms. You may think you understand t…
The College Investor
02/27/2024
Should You Pay For Audit Protection
Audit protection is a service most tax preparation companies advertise as an upsell to help you if you get a notice from the IRS. These services…
The College Investor
02/26/2024
What To Do If You Can’t Afford Your Student Loan Payment
It's one of the worst things you can face when it comes to your student loan debt - you can't afford your student loan payment. Maybe you'r…
The College Investor
02/23/2024
Should You Pay Someone To Do Your Taxes?
One of the biggest questions we see every tax season: should you pay someone to do your taxes?Getting a tax refund is a big part of that question. Mo…
The College Investor
02/21/2024
10 Rules To Get Rich And Grow Wealth
Over the last few years, I've really thought about what it takes to get rich and grow wealth. I've spoken with countless millionaires and I've r…
The College Investor
02/19/2024
How To Start A Side Hustle
Curious about how to start a side hustle? You're not alone!“Side hustle” is defined as a secondary business or job with the potential to produce extr…
The College Investor
02/15/2024
Do You Need Life Insurance (Depending On Your Age)?
Life insurance helps support your dependents in the event of your death. How much you need and what that will cost depends on your specific situation…
The College Investor
02/13/2024
Understanding The 1098-E Student Loan Interest Tax Form
If you made student loan payments last year, here's what you need to know about your 1098-E interest statement when you file taxes.
The College Investor
02/09/2024