Elyssa Kirkham

False beliefs about money can add to financial stress and bad money habits. See five thoughts that could be holding you back, and how to challenge... Read more

Most students need loans to pay for college. But how much student debt can you afford? Use this guide to figure out how much student loan debt to... Read more

As a parent trying to help your child pay for college, do you ever feel like you’re running out of options? Perhaps you’re running short on... Read more

Having issues with your student loans? Use these sample letters from the CFPB and FTC to get your student loan servicers and debt collectors in... Read more

Yes, U.S. residents can get student loans for international schools. Find out how in this guide to federal and private student loans at foreign... Read more

Considering student loan deferment? First, find out how these three people decided to defer their student loans and what they learned from the... Read more

People who bully, manipulate, and guilt you about money can mess with your finances. Here's how to use financial boundaries to stop... Read more

A savings-secured loan can be a smart and affordable tool to rebuild your credit. Here's how you can use savings-secured loans to raise your credit... Read more

Dentistry might appeal to you if you want to improve people’s wellness and oral health. It’s a hands-on profession that often calls for creative... Read more

The average tax refund is nearly $3,000 — use yours to get ahead of debt with these strategies from five people who paid off their... Read more

Investing app M1 Finance offers a way to buy, sell, and manage a portfolio for free. See our review to decide if you should try this app for... Read more

If you're shopping for the best debt consolidation loan rates, you need this guide. See five debt consolidation loan companies with low rates and... Read more