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What To Do When Your Student Loans Unpause After Covid-19 Deferment

What To Do When Your Student Loans Unpause After Covid-19 Deferment

The CARES Act forbearance on federal student loans is set to expire on September 30, 2021. Here's what to do when student loans unpause.

Why Are Student Loan Servicers Dropping Out?

Why Are Student Loan Servicers Dropping Out?

Two federal loan servicers have recently announced they will not renew their contracts. Learn why student loan servicers are dropping out.

6 Tips To Help You Pay Off Your Student Loan Debt

6 Tips To Help You Pay Off Your Student Loan Debt

Student loan debt is a serious problem in the United States. Here are six tips to help young adults and millennials pay off student loan debt.

Friday Flight - Crazy Rich Millennials, Rising Rents, & A Shady Way to Pay for College #387

Friday Flight - Crazy Rich Millennials, Rising Rents, & A Shady Way to Pay for College #387

It's time for a Friday Flight! These episodes are all about the week’s financial news and the impact on your personal finances. There are a lot of he…

07.22.21  A money saving app warning for Android & iPhone users alike.  /  Welfare vs. Workfare - Free college that works.

07.22.21 A money saving app warning for Android & iPhone users alike. / Welfare vs. Workfare - F…

Both Apple and Google are being sued over how they run their app stores. Clark explains the toll and the workaround. / Free college sounds great, e…

The Cost of College (Twitter Spaces) - E25

The Cost of College (Twitter Spaces) - E25

This week on our Twitter Spaces, we spoke about the cost of college. What do the financial numbers say about college's long-term benefits?  Show note…

Buying a House Before Paying Off Student Loans

Buying a House Before Paying Off Student Loans

On this episode of DIY Money, Quint and Daniel talk about whether you should have student loans paid off before buying a home.

Will The Student Loan Payment Pause And Interest Waiver Be Extended?

Will The Student Loan Payment Pause And Interest Waiver Be Extended?

Some student loan experts think that a fourth payment pause and interest waive extension announcement could be coming soon. Here are the reasons for …

94: Rookie Reply: Should I Invest in Real Estate or Pay Off Student Loans?

94: Rookie Reply: Should I Invest in Real Estate or Pay Off Student Loans?

This week’s question comes from Ben, who actually direct messaged Ashley and asked her a pretty personal question. Ben is asking: As someone with stu…

Change Maker - Devon Kennard, Athlete, on Paying College Athletes and “Mailbox Money”

Change Maker - Devon Kennard, Athlete, on Paying College Athletes and “Mailbox Money”

Not only is Devon Kennard the linebacker for the Arizona Cardinals, but he’s also a philanthropist, real estate investor, soon-to-be financial author…

Guide To Federal Student Loans For Expats

Guide To Federal Student Loans For Expats

There are a few obstacles and opportunities related to borrowing and repaying federal student loans for expats. Here's what you need to know.

06.23.21  Student loan forgiveness for victims of fraudulent for-profit schools /  The only safe way to buy event tickets.

06.23.21 Student loan forgiveness for victims of fraudulent for-profit schools / The only safe wa…

The law is finally being enforced against fraudulent for-profit student loan mills. Swindled students in debt can now receive loan forgiveness. Clark…

8 Ways To Eliminate Your Student Loan Debt

8 Ways To Eliminate Your Student Loan Debt

Here are eight ways that you can setup a plan that will eliminate your student loan debt with loan forgiveness, repayment plans, and more.

15 Summer Money Making Ideas For College Students

15 Summer Money Making Ideas For College Students

Here are 15 different summer vacation money making ideas for college students who didn't get a summer job and are still looking to earn money.

WCI #214: Will Student Loans Be Forgiven?

WCI #214: Will Student Loans Be Forgiven?

Student loans have been on the back burner for the last year or so, as borrowers have enjoyed 0% interest on their federal loans. There has been lots…

The Average Student Loan Monthly Payment For US Borrowers

The Average Student Loan Monthly Payment For US Borrowers

The average student loan monthly payment in the US is $393. See what the average borrower can expect to pay on each type of repayment plan.

Saving for College is Overrated #368

Saving for College is Overrated #368

For most financially responsible parents out there, it’s not a question of if they should be saving for their kid’s college, but how much. Oftentimes…

How To Save Interest On Your Student Loans

How To Save Interest On Your Student Loans

We break down two simple ways to save interest on your student loans without raising your monthly payment or paying extra towards principal.

202: Finance Friday: How Should I Plan Ahead to Leave College Debt-Free?

202: Finance Friday: How Should I Plan Ahead to Leave College Debt-Free?

Most 21-year-olds aren’t thinking about Roth IRAs, early retirement, house hacking, or graduating college debt-free. But today’s guest, Anthony, is! …

83: College Coach with 10 "Doors" Renting By the Room to Students

83: College Coach with 10 "Doors" Renting By the Room to Students

Many landlords decide to switch from renting by the unit to renting by the room in order to maximize cash flow per unit. Renting by the room is usual…