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Confession time: Even though I worked during college, I didn’t save any money for retirement. Looking back, I wish I would have. Putting money in a retirement account during college isn’t a necessity, but it is a great idea. Many students turn to student loans to pay for expenses like …
With each passing year, paying for college becomes more difficult. High tuition prices have made getting a degree without debt nearly impossible. For many students, the target is to get a degree with minimal student debt. Leaving school with affordable and manageable debt levels requires careful planning. The students who …
Juno is a student loan company with a unique strategy. Juno doesn’t fund student loans. Instead, they pool borrowers together in order to negotiate a group discount on student loans and student loan refinancing. As a company new to the student loan space, it is a bit too early to …
Scholarships are by far the best form of financial aid for college. Scholarships are not required to be repaid, and scholarships are available from a wide variety of sources, including schools, non-profits, and many corporations. College students who invest their time seeking out assistance are often handsomely rewarded for their …
Private student loans should come with a warning label. For many borrowers, student loans are a necessary tool in the pursuit of the American dream. Used properly, student loans can be an excellent investment in the future. The problem with student loans is that things don’t always go as planned. …
There may be some debate about the severity of the student loan crisis, but what isn’t up for debate is the fact that student loans are becoming a serious issue for many Americans. As people learn the dangers of student debt, it is logical to ask: could paying for college …
Many student loan lenders like to sing the praises of working with one single company. To a certain extent, these lenders are right. Having all of your loans in one place is very convenient. It means just one bill to worry about each month. If you hit a hurdle, it …
Income-share agreements are emerging as a popular alternative to student debt. The idea is more common in other countries but quickly gaining traction in the United States. Rather than borrowing a traditional student loan, income-share students agree to pay a portion of their income for a set period of time. …
Income share agreements have quickly gone from an interesting idea to a real possibility for many college students. As someone who spends his time helping borrowers navigate student loan headaches and stand up to lenders, finding a better way to pay for college is a passion. However, I’m not ready …
The money I spent getting my education is entirely unremarkable. Many students walk very similar paths every year. However, just because a route is common doesn’t mean it is a good idea. Looking back on my experience, it’s crazy how easy it was to get handed over $100,000. Because many …
