The College Investor Audio Show

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According to a recent College Investor survey, 73% of Americans support Biden's plan to forgive $10,000 in student loan debt.

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Online Taxes (or OLT.com) is a barebones tax preparation software that has significantly improved. Should you use it this year?

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Our TaxAct review for 2021 unveils some new improvements, but the prices still are high for the value you get compared to other programs.

FreeTaxUSA 2021 is a great bargain tax software option for business owners, side hustlers, and small landlords that know their taxes.

TaxHawk 2021 made some great improvements to their software, and we recommend them for small business owners and side hustlers.

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While the IRS doesn't impose 529 plan contribution limits, states do set aggregate maximums for their 529 plans and may set annual caps too.

TurboTax 2021 is the easiest to use tax return software, but its pricing is one of the drawbacks. Learn more in our TurboTax Review.

If you're going to buy gift cards, you might as well get them "on sale." Here are the best websites to buy discount gift cards today.

Our H&R Block review for 2020-2021 tax season shows again host H&R Block leads in the free tax space and premium online filing options.

We break down all the benefits of 529 plan rollovers and transfers as well as a few potential downsides you'll want to watch out for.

The CARES Act forbearance on federal student loans is set to expire December 31, 2020. Here's what to do when student loans unpause in 2021.

HSA Rollovers can be helpful to move an old HSA account to a new provider, but there are rules you need to follow!

Floating rate funds are fixed-income investments that may offer better returns than traditional fixed-income funds, but are also higher-risk.

Finding free tax preparation can be hard, but it's out there! Here's where you should look. 💵

Have a side hustle? Earning extra money can be great, but you shouldn't forget about paying your taxes. Here's how to optimize taxes when you side hustle.

The California Student Borrower Bill of Rights provides strong protections for student loan borrowers and accountability for servicers.

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With the tuition and fees deduction, you can deduct up to $4,000 of education expenses from your taxable income. Learn how to claim it!

Is there a statute of limitations on student loan debt? Learn what happens to federal and private student loans after they enter default.

There are many ways to invest in cryptocurrency, from buying coins directly to indirect routes using funds and stocks. Learn all your options!

We break down the best prepaid cell phone plans of 2020 based on their strengths, pricing, and coverage. Check out our top picks!

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Handling taxes for your side hustle needn't be time-consuming or draining. Organize your side hustle taxes today with these four easy steps.

Are you looking for a holiday gift guide centered around college students and recent graduates? Look at some of these great gift ideas!

Here are 10 different ways to start investing with just $1,000, including investing in stock, bonds, ETFs, mutual funds, and real estate.

A surety bond is a contract in which a surety company guarantees that a contractor or company will fulfill certain promises to an obligee.

Christmas is just around the corner. If you are looking to learn a little extra cash in time for the holidays, don't miss these ideas! 💵

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Getting a loan with poor credit can be more difficult, but it's not impossible. Here's how to find the best deals on bad credit loans.

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Want to make sure you have the right gear for taking classes at home? This is the essential tech for at-home college students in 2020.

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Here's how to contact the IRS the fastest if you need assistance with tax issues and the best IRS phone numbers to call.

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is a refundable tax credit designed to help those with low to moderate incomes. Find out if you qualify!

We break down why student loan servicer changes happen and how you can minimize your stress and frustration during the process.

With paper trading in practice accounts, you can test drive a trading platform and practice trade strategies without risking any real money.

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