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Why Parent PLUS Loans Are Ineligible For Income-Driven Repayment Plans

Why Parent PLUS Loans Are Ineligible For Income-Driven Repayment Plans

Parent PLUS Loans have historically been ineligible for income-driven repayment plans. Congress wants to change that, but can they? The post Why Pare…

The Precarious Life of Dual Unemployed Parents (DUPs)

The Precarious Life of Dual Unemployed Parents (DUPs)

With a likely recession and potentially stagflation on the horizon, I suspect many more families will join us as DUPs: Dual Unemployed Parents. Mass …

Parent PLUS vs. Private Student Loans

Parent PLUS vs. Private Student Loans

Compare Parent PLUS vs. private loans for college costs. See what works best for your family’s budget and financial future. The post Parent PLUS vs. …

What To Do If My Parents Claimed Me On Their Taxes?

What To Do If My Parents Claimed Me On Their Taxes?

Here is our guide on what to do if my parents claimed me on their taxes even though you're in college or an adult outside the house. The post What To…

How Grandparents Can Save For College

How Grandparents Can Save For College

Grandparents can save for college with a 529, UGMA, or Coverdell ESA. See which option is best for financial aid and estate planning. The post How Gr…

Best Debit Cards For Kids And Parents

Best Debit Cards For Kids And Parents

Debit cards are tools that can help parents teach their children about managing money. See our top picks of debit cards for kids and parents. The pos…

Ask HTM: Covering Expensive Childcare, Fidelity Fees, & Frugal or Cheap Car Tires – Episode 940

Ask HTM: Covering Expensive Childcare, Fidelity Fees, & Frugal or Cheap Car Tires – Episode 940

Let’s dive into the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a ques…

Finance Friday: FI by 40? Make These Career and Investment Moves Now

Finance Friday: FI by 40? Make These Career and Investment Moves Now

Everyone wants to become “work-optional” at some point. Having enough money in investments and the bank would allow you to choose the job you love mo…