Elyssa Kirkham

The part-time job is a staple for college students. It can help them cover college costs and avoid student debt. In fact, 22 percent of students who... Read more

You reach the end of another financial success story and find out the victor’s “secret to success” isn’t really a secret — it’s a... Read more

A few semesters before I completed my humanities degree, I started to panic anytime I tried picturing my post-college life. I had no real idea of... Read more

You’ve weighed the costs, risks, and rewards of a Master of Business Administration (MBA) and decided it’s a smart next step for you.... Read more

When you shop around for your first personal loan, it’s important to put in the same legwork you would with any major purchase. After all, you... Read more

If you’re a customer with a major bank such as Chase or Bank of America, you probably assume you can get a personal loan with either bank without a... Read more

Searching for a personal loan for fair credit can feel like trying to find a prom date after getting head gear. Even though you’re working on... Read more

As a college-bound student putting together a college wish list, you’ve probably noticed that private colleges tend to have high price tags. Maybe... Read more

Different due dates, loan types, interest rates, fees — sometimes it feels like your debt should come with a manual. And in the confusion of... Read more

When you’re focused on paying off debt, high interest rates can be demoralizing. It’s deflating to watch a sizable portion of each payment go... Read more

College students are usually advised to take advantage of federal student loans offered by the Department of Education before taking out private... Read more

As a parent, I want to help my kids get the best start in life by investing in their education. The cost of college has skyrocketed in the past three... Read more