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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…
Trump Moves To Dismantle Education Department
The Department of Education is cutting 50% of its workforce as Trump pushes to dismantle the agency. Office closures and layoffs will impact federal …
10 Best Private Student Loan Lenders For College
We share our picks for the best private student loan lenders to pay for college in 2025, including choices from Sallie Mae, ElFi, College Ave and mor…
How To Find College Scholarships
Looking for free college funding is no easy task. However, it's something you should definitely do. Here's how to find college scholarships and grant…
High School Grad Advice: Avoid Debt, Win At Money
Here are our favorite financial tips and high school grad advice for the person that wants to be in the 1% as fast as possible. The post High School …
What Happens If The Department Of Education Is Shut Down?
What are the implications of Trump’s plan to abolish the Department of Education, including effects on funding and civil rights enforcement. The post…
What Linda McMahon Means For U.S. Education Policy
Linda McMahon is the new Secretary of Education. Her agenda includes school choice, reduced federal oversight, and a push for state control in educat…
529 Insanity
You don't need $1 million in a 529. A 529 doesn't have to pay for everything either. Here's how to break away from the 529 lunacy. The post 529 Insan…
FAFSA Numbers Up: More Seniors Applying for College Aid
FAFSA submissions are up 6.4% from last year, signaling higher financial aid access for students. Could this lead to more college enrollments? The po…
Best Note-Taking App For College Students
There are a lot of note-taking app options for students and we share our picks for the best ways to take notes in college or school. The post Best No…
College Cost Reduction Act: What To Know
The College Cost Reduction Act seeks to fix student loan lending, improve student outcomes, and hold colleges accountable to their costs. The post Co…
Department of Education Removes IDR Repayment Form
The Department of Education removed the IDR Repayment Request form overnight. Borrowers are left without a way to apply for income-driven repayment p…
S&P 500 vs. College Endowments: The Results Are In
College endowments trail index funds, underperforming by 50% compared to the S&P 500. Why do schools keep losing billions on their investments? …
Are There Time Limits Or Age Limits On 529 Plans?
529 plans have no time limits or age limits. Learn how long you can keep and use education savings funds. The post Are There Time Limits Or Age Limit…
Should You Keep Adding To A 529 Plan After A Child Turns 18?
You can keep contributing to a 529 plan after your child turns 18. Here’s why it could help with taxes, grad school, or even a Roth IRA rollover. The…
What Are Multigenerational Or Dynasty 529 Plans?
With a Dynasty 529 Plan, high net-worth parents can continue to save in the plan even after their kids have graduated. Here's what to know. The post …
The Outsized Impact Of Ivy Plus Colleges
Ivy Plus colleges enroll just 1% of students but shape leadership, tech, and business. See how their influence extends beyond the classroom. The post…
Proposed Law Tightens College Foreign Funding Rules
The Deterrent Act aims to prevent foreign influence in U.S. higher education by tightening rules on gifts and contracts. Colleges could face penaltie…
New Poll Reveals How Americans Feel About College In 2025
A new poll reveals how Americans feel about student loans, college costs, and the Department of Education. The post New Poll Reveals How Americans F…
University Loans: Private Student Loans Offered By Colleges
A university loan differs from other types of student loans, such as a federal loan. Learn more about them and whether you should apply. The post Un…