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How To Use A Roth IRA To Save For College
Did you know that you can use a Roth IRA to save for college, but there are pros and cons that you need to be aware of. The post How To Use A Roth IR…
What Student Loan Borrowers Need To Do Right Now
Student loan borrowers regain access to IBR, PAYE, and ICR, but loan forgiveness progress and processing still on hold. The post What Student Loan Bo…
Best Student Loan Refinancing Bonuses And Promotional Offers
Before refinancing your student loans, make sure you're looking for the best student loan refinancing bonuses that could sweeten the deal beyond APR,…
Can You Pay For College On A Credit Card?
Can you pay for college on a credit card and rack up the points? It's a compelling thought... and the answer is potentially! College is expensiv…
Non-Profit Colleges See Spike In Loan Forgiveness Claims
New data shows 22% of loan discharge claims involve nonprofit or public colleges, not just for-profit schools. Here's what the borrower defense data …
Best Student Loan Refinance Lenders In 2025
We compare the ten best student loan refinance lenders and their interest rates, perks, qualification requirements, and more. The post Best Student L…
Trump Wants Student Loans Handled By The SBA
Trump says he wants SBA to manage student loans. No order has been signed, and legal experts warn the move may breach existing borrower contracts. Th…
Could The Federal Government Privatize Student Loans?
Calls to privatize federal student loans are growing. Learn how this change could impact borrowers, costs, and government involvement in education. T…
Big Week For Student Loans: What Changed And What Didn’t
Trump’s executive order targets K-12, not student loans. Recertification is delayed, but borrowers still face confusion over repayment. The post Big …
Friday Flight: Appealing ARMs, Iterating Investments, & College Cost Cuts – Episode 960
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…
Lawsuit Filed Over Blocked Student Loan Repayment Plans
A new lawsuit claims the Department of Education is illegally blocking income-driven student loan repayment plans, leaving borrowers with higher bill…
What To Do If Your Student Loan Is Denied?
If your student loan was denied, don’t panic. Find out how to appeal a denial, secure a cosigner, or access more financial aid to cover college costs…
9.2 Million Borrowers May Be Delinquent On Student Loans
An estimated 9.2 million borrowers are now delinquent on student loans. Find out why payments are being missed and what options are available to avoi…
How To Find The Net Price Of College And What You’ll Pay
A look at how to calculate the net price of college - or in other terms, how much college really costs! The post How To Find The Net Price Of College…
Student Loan Bills Rise Due To IDR Processing Freeze
Borrowers face unexpected student loan payment hikes as IDR recertification remains stalled. Some are pushed into forbearance as loan servicers strug…
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…
Can Student Loans Be Discharged In Bankruptcy?
Student loans can be discharged in bankruptcy, but it’s rare. Here's what borrowers should know and why it's so uncommon. The post Can Student Loans …
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…
Friday Flight: Student Loan Shakeup, Doom Spending, and the Mounting Mini-Stagcession – Episode 954
Time for a Friday Flight- our little sampling of the week’s financial news and what it means for your personal finances. There are a lot of headlines…