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When evaluating college options, it is easy to get sticker shock. Tuition and housing can cost well over $50,000 per year at many schools. Some are closer to $100,000 per year by the time all the costs of attendance are included. Despite the scary numbers, it is a big mistake …
As we approach the holiday season, millions of Americans look forward to — or dread — family gatherings. In between discussions on the year’s events, turkey, politics, and football, I’d like to suggest one other important topic of discussion: student loans. Mixing financial discussions with family may seem inappropriate, but …
Unlike medical schools where most graduates have strong earning potential, many law school graduates find a crowded job market and limited income. Add to the fact that many attorneys find the work to be miserable, and it should be clear that there are significant risks with attending law school. How …
When families set aside money for college, that money is normally utilized before borrowing any student loans. This traditional approach has served many families well. After all, why would somebody borrow money to pay for college if they already have some money set aside to pay for school? Unfortunately, the …
After many years of helping families with their student loans, I’ve had the privilege of working with people from all walks of life. I’ve seen parents struggle with weighing their retirement needs against their desire to help their children pay for school. I’ve seen kids overwhelmed with debt and I’ve …
For many Americans, the three biggest financial challenges of their lives will be paying off student loans, buying a house and saving for retirement. Each one of these goals is a huge challenge. Meeting all three goals is even more difficult. Hitting these milestones is complicated by the fact that …
Making exact predictions about the future of student loans is impossible. There is no way to determine the precise changes that will be made or when they will happen. However, it is certainly possible to make some educated predictions about what the future holds. The history of student loan legislation …
hen we think about college, it is often in the context of our dreams. Seeing a child reaching their potential can be a dream come true for a parent. Four years of hard work in high school can result in admission to a dream school for the student. Sending the …
