Melanie Lockert

Everyone’s been there: The dreaded moment when you check your bank account, knowing that there might not be enough funds there to get you through... Read more

Working as a nurse can be a great way to give back to the community. And while it can be a lucrative field with in-demand jobs, it can also lead to... Read more

Student loans and marriage don’t have to be at odds. But as the student loan crisis continues to intensify, it’s crucial to recognize the impact... Read more

The standard federal student loan repayment plan gives borrowers 10 years to pay off their loans. But for some, making those payments just... Read more

If your student loan balance is hefty, you may have considered student loan forgiveness. But you might not know about the student loan forgiveness... Read more

Getting a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree can be a lucrative opportunity with high earning potential. The downside? Many MBA graduates... Read more

As a student loan borrower, you’re usually paired up with a loan servicer acting as the middleman between you and your lender, ensuring you have... Read more

As a parent, it can be disheartening to see your children mired in student loan debt. They’ve successfully completed their degrees and are just... Read more

This report was originally published on June 2, 2015. Graduation is an exciting time. But for many graduates, this exhilarating period also embodies... Read more

Now that you’re done with college, it’s time to find a job. But you want more than just a paycheck — you want your work to have meaning and to... Read more

Paying back your student loans can feel like a huge burden — one that affects nearly every aspect of your life. But sometimes, it’s more than... Read more

If you’re looking for ways to pay for school, you’ve likely come across both federal and private student loans. The U.S. Department of Education... Read more