Lauren Bowling

What do you do when your federal student loan doesn’t cover all of your college expenses? Most likely, you’ll turn to private student loan... Read more

If you’re going to take out loans to pay for college, you may soon become very familiar with American Education Services (AES). As one of the... Read more

Between stagnant wages and low employment, college graduates can have a hard time climbing that socioeconomic ladder. And with the high price tag... Read more

It’s that time of year again, folks. College students are getting ready to head back to class and pay for another year of higher education. We all... Read more

Cue the orchestra, break out the party balloons, and start the celebration: you finally paid off student loans in their entirety! You’re a... Read more

In the world of personal finance blogging, frugality is king. Since the 2008 recession, trends like extreme couponing have risen in popularity. Being... Read more

When you’re living paycheck-to-paycheck, emergency expenses can send you into a state of panic. Easy access to money when you need it is typically... Read more

When discussing how to pay for college, many parents and students alike get excited by the idea of scholarships. It means you are a high-achieving... Read more

Debt isn’t something you should welcome into your financial life, but sometimes it is necessary. Unless you’re a massive saver or come into... Read more

When it comes to financial advice, tips like “cut out your daily coffee!” and “don’t eat out every night!” make the list every time. But... Read more

The summer following college graduation is often the last summer of freedom before you enter the working world. And let’s face it — once you... Read more

Adulting, (verb): “To do grown up things and hold responsibilities such as a 9-to-5 job, a mortgage/rent, a car payment, or anything else that... Read more