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Best Banks For Students In 2022

The best banks for students make it easy to avoid fees, manage your budget, and don’t come with a lot of fees. Here's what you need to know.

Aug 29, 20229 min

Expense Ratio: Why It Matters In Investing

It's critical to understand what an expense ratio is and how much you're paying for your investments. Here’s what you need to know.

Aug 26, 20228 min

How To Invest In The S&P 500

Many investors own S&P 500 index funds because they tend to be low-cost and representative of a large segment of the stock market. Find out how to...

Aug 24, 20228 min

Best Ways For Teens To Make Money

It's never too early to start learning valuable financial habits through earning income. Here are the best ways for teens to make money.

Aug 22, 20227 min

FIRE for Non Frugal People

Financial Independence/Retire Early (FIRE) isn't just for people who want to live a frugal life. It's also for those looking for a more expensive lifestyle.

Aug 17, 202217 min

Gen Z Age Range And What Does It Mean Financially?

Here is the Gen Z age range and how it stacks up against Millennials and other generations. Find out if there are truths to the stereotypes.

Aug 8, 202214 min

5 Benefits of Investing

Building wealth and retirement are just two of the benefits of investing. Check out the other benefits of investing here.

Aug 5, 20227 min

University Loans | Private Loans Offered By Colleges

A university loan differs from other student loans, such as other private or federal. Learn more about them and whether it makes sense to apply.

Aug 3, 20225 min

The Ultimate Guide To Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Are you curious about Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)? It can be confusing to navigate - so we break down exactly what you need to know!

Aug 1, 202219 min

What Is A SEP IRA And What Are The Contribution Limits?

A SEP IRA helps business owners save more for retirement by offering generous contribution limits and tax advantages.

Jul 27, 20227 min

How Do Life Insurance Payouts Work

Understanding how life insurance payouts work before a loved one dies can provide a bit of comfort and lessen stress during this time.

Jul 22, 20226 min

Pros And Cons of ESG Investing

ESG investing focuses on companies with positive environmental, social, and governance actions. Here are the pros and cons of this strategy.

Jul 15, 20228 min

4 Main Buckets Of Assets And How To Think About Your Money

Asset allocation is more than just stocks and bonds, you need to think about the bigger buckets of assets in your portfolio.

Jul 13, 20228 min

Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: Which Is Better?

A look at why term life insurance is better than whole life insurance, especially over time, and why millennials should only consider term.

Jul 8, 202212 min

President Biden Has Forgiven The Most Student Loans To-Date

President Biden has forgiven more student loan debt than any previous president in history, and is still working to forgive more loans.

Jul 6, 202211 min

Taxes And Your Investments: What Are You Responsible For?

Do you know how much you need to pay in taxes, based on your investments? Use this guide to help figure out how much you owe.

Jul 4, 202216 min

Student Loan Forgiveness Will Benefit Some But Leaves Others Hesitant

Student loan forgiveness is a divisive topic, and we explore several stories of who it will benefit and who is on the fence about it.

Jun 30, 202210 min

Why Are Student Loan Interest Rates Rising?

Student loan interest rates are rising again on new federal loans after temporarily being set to zero during the pandemic.

Jun 29, 202211 min

How To Switch Or Move Banks [Step-By-Step]

Switching banks can be a challenge, but if you're paying fees, it can be worth it. Here's how to switch banks step-by-step.

Jun 27, 20227 min

What Is A Reverse Mortgage And How Does It Work?

A reverse mortgage is a HELOC alternative that is targeted towards 62 and older homeowners who often have completely paid off their mortgage.

Jun 22, 20227 min

How To Invest In Startups

Startup investing comes with unique risks and low liquidity. Here's what you need to know if you’re curious about investing in a startup.

Jun 20, 20229 min

What Is Halal Investing?

If you’re familiar with the Islamic faith, consider halal investing. Here's how to build a portfolio that is aligned with your beliefs.

Jun 17, 20227 min

Can You Get Financial Aid For Online Courses?

Online schools and courses can be expensive, so it's helpful to find an online school that accepts financial aid. Here's how to find them.

Jun 15, 20226 min

How To Invest In Sports And Trading Cards

Learn when it can make sense to allocate a portion of your investment portfolio to sports and trading cards.

Jun 13, 20227 min

When It Makes Sense To NOT Pay Off Your Student Loans

If you're on the fence about paying off your student loans quickly, here are reasons you may want to wait before repaying them.

Jun 6, 20227 min

Delayed-Onset Investment Glide Paths In College Savings And Retirement Plans

Improve your investment risk with a dynamic strategy that adjusts the asset allocation over time. Here's what you need to know.

May 30, 20228 min

Most Generous Scholarships For Math and Science Students

If you're a student studying math, science, and engineering, these are the best scholarships to help cover the cost of college.

May 25, 202211 min

What To Know About The New IDR Waiver

The Department of Education has announced several IDR waivers that impact income-driven repayment plans and loan forgiveness.

May 24, 20228 min

Conflicts of Interest in 529 Plans Highlight Need For Oversight

Recently, researchers have identified problems in how some states manage their 529 college savings plans. Here's what you need to know.

May 18, 202211 min

What Is Forbearance Steering And How To Get Help With The IDR Waiver

The Department of Education recently cracked down on forbearance steering and is offering more loan forgiveness with the IDR Waiver.

May 12, 202210 min

How To Pay For College Housing On and Off Campus

The cost of college housing makes a huge difference in the total price of what you owe for school. Here's how to save on student housing.

May 9, 20226 min

What To Do After You File Your Taxes?

After you file your taxes, you need to make sure you store a copy of your tax return and make adjustments for next year.

May 2, 20227 min

Dividend Reinvestment - The Key To Long Term Growth

Reinvesting dividends is one of the most important aspects of long-term growth of stock market returns. Here's what it is and why it's important.

Apr 27, 20229 min

How To Cash Out Your Crypto Or Bitcoin

If you own cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Ethereum, you may wonder how you can cash out your crypto and get US Dollars back?

Apr 21, 202212 min

How To Balance Student Loan Repayment And Investing

If you have student loans, it can feel tough to invest - but time is money and you need to balance student loan repayment and investing.

Apr 15, 20226 min

When Dollar Cost Averaging Works And When It Doesn’t

We break down when dollar cost averaging is a good investment strategy, and when you should consider lump sum investing.

Apr 4, 20227 min

Should You Buy Life Insurance With Student Loan Debt?

If you’re between the ages of 20 to 29, should you buy life insurance? What if you have student loan debt? There are advantages to buying life insurance in your 20s, especially if you have student loan debt that isn’t easily forgiven.

Mar 31, 20229 min

How To Bypass The $2,000 Coverdell Contribution Limit

Coverdell education savings accounts have a $2,000 annual contribution limit per beneficiary, but there are ways to get around this limit.

Mar 29, 202212 min

8 Last-Minute Tax Reminders For 2022

If you're still waiting to file your taxes, here's eight tips to know so that you don't make a mistake before the tax deadline.

Mar 28, 202213 min

So You Want To Become A Bitcoin Millionaire?

By now, you've probably heard plenty of stories of Bitcoin (or crypto) millionaires. Here's how they did it and if it's still possible today.

Mar 25, 20227 min

How To Implement Broad Student Loan Forgiveness

There may be a way for the Secretary of Education to implement broad student loan forgiveness through a regulatory change to ICR.

Mar 23, 202212 min

How To Move Out Of Your Parents House (Emotionally and Financially)

If you haven't already moved out of your parent's place, here's the low-down on what you need to know to launch both emotionally and financially!

Mar 23, 20228 min

What Happens If I Don't Pay My Student Loans?

You might think "if I don't pay my student loans" everything will be okay - but the consequences of not paying your debt can be harsh.

Mar 18, 20228 min

Should You Have Paid Down Your Student Loans During The Payment Pause?

We break down whether it made more sense to pay extra towards your student loans during the payment pause, or should you have invested?

Mar 15, 20228 min

The Best Tax Breaks For Side Hustlers This Year

We look at the 8 best tax breaks and tax tips for side hustlers and small business owners this year to save money on taxes.

Mar 9, 202211 min

How To Use A 529 Plan For Student Loan Repayment

You can use a 529 plan to repay up to $10,000 in student loans - but there are some caveats you need to know.

Mar 7, 20227 min

What You Should Know About Tuition-Free Colleges

Tuition-free college is a strong draw for students, but there are many caveats that may cause them to fall short for low-income students.

Mar 1, 20228 min

How To Find The Best Tax Software For Students And Recent Grads

We break down the best tax software for students and how students can take advantage of free tax filing even with student loan interest.

Feb 23, 20226 min

Budget Before You Borrow | Make Sure You Know Your College Costs

When creating a budget for college, make sure you are considering these costs before you borrow and during student loan repayment.

Feb 21, 202210 min

Will The Student Loan Payment Pause Be Extended Again?

The current student loan payment pause is set to expire on May 1, 2022, but will President Biden extend it again?

Feb 18, 202211 min