Budgeting & Expenses

College tuition, student loans and divorce can be a messy mix. Planning out how to pay for college costs can get even trickier when you’re working... Read more

When it comes to saving for college for their kids, many parents across the country make use of the 529 plan. But what exactly is a 529, and what are... Read more

Originally published April 28, 2017. I started my get-out-of-debt journey five years ago, owing almost $50,000. At several points, I had to decide... Read more

A debit card doesn’t help you build credit, so students shouldn’t solely rely on one even if it feels like the safe choice. Your method of... Read more

When you’re drowning in student loan debt, it’s easy to feel completely alone. But thanks to social media, you can connect with other people who... Read more

You know you need to save money. At the same time, you may wonder, are savings accounts worth it? After all, the interest these accounts generate is... Read more

For many people, making student loan payments may feel like an endless burden. However, there can be a light at the end of that long student debt... Read more

Working for yourself can be rewarding, and is becoming increasingly common in our so-called gig economy. However, being self-employed often comes... Read more

You’ve always heard that you should craft a budget, particularly if you’re managing debt, including student loans. However, you may have put it... Read more

Congratulations; you’ve graduated from college. This is a major accomplishment. Of course, this accomplishment also comes with new adult... Read more

Deciding to go back to school after taking time off to build a career or spend time with your family can be daunting. And between tuition, textbooks... Read more

I’ve taken out a total of $81,000 in student loans to pay for my education: $23,000 for my bachelor’s degree and $58,000 for my master’s. I’m... Read more