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4 Tips for Dealing with Student Loans during the…

Mar 27, 2020

Student loan borrowers may find relief from making payments on their loans during the Coronavirus Crisis.  The most important first step is to know your lender: the federal government under the Federal Direct Loan Programs or a non-federal lender, a.k.a. Private lenders. This differentiation is critical because the relief programs offered are very different.

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Get Creative with your College Bill

Mar 11, 2020

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Get Creative with your College Bill

Mar 11, 2020

Looking to ease the burden of paying for college tuition? Tune into this podcast for creative solutions families can use to pay their upcoming college bill. Prudent Money hoast, Bob Brooks and College Admissions expert John Hupalo discuss the options.

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Save Money: Dig into Financial Aid

Mar 04, 2020

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Save Money: Dig into Financial Aid

Mar 04, 2020

College admissions decisions are arriving – a joyous time for students relishing their success. A disappointing moment when dream schools say no. No matter which, these emotions will soon be overrun by the reality of making a school choice. And then figuring out how to pay the coming college bill. Lurking under it all: how much student loan debt will be required to get to graduation?

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Making College Affordable

Feb 20, 2020

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Making College Affordable

Feb 20, 2020

Money Savage & John Hupalo

Tune in for this podcast with John Hupalo and Money Savage's George Grombacher to learn why many parents avoid discussing college payments with their students.

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The Facts, Not the Hype, about Student Loan Forgiveness

Feb 05, 2020

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The Facts, Not the Hype, about Student Loan Forgiveness

Feb 05, 2020

Student loan forgiveness is a hot topic. Here are six facts to help you make sure you don’t get burned by the hype around loan forgiveness. Know the facts now to avoid taking a loan expecting that it will be forgiven only to find out that you don’t qualify after making ten years of payments.  

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Tuition Payment Plans – Hidden Gems to Pay for…

Jan 22, 2020

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Tuition Payment Plans – Hidden Gems to Pay for…

Jan 22, 2020

Most families know that there are many ways to pay for college: savings, loans, grants, scholarships, financial aid, gifts from friends and family, income from a job, etc. Sometimes overlooked is a hidden gem that could reduce student borrowing and the total cost of paying for college: tuition payment plans. 

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Use 529 Savings for Pre-College Schooling, Student Loans, and…

Jan 08, 2020

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Use 529 Savings for Pre-College Schooling, Student Loans, and…

Jan 08, 2020

In the 1990s, Congress passed legislation to create 529 college savings programs to help families create a nest egg for college. With terrific tax benefits and lots of flexibility to move money among beneficiaries, more than 13 million current account holders have saved more than $325 billion.  

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What you need to know about student loans and…

Dec 18, 2019

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What you need to know about student loans and…

Dec 18, 2019

With more than $1.5 trillion of student loan debt outstanding, a lot has been written about student loans. Not much has been written about the relationship between student loans and credit scores.

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What to Do with a Lousy Financial Aid Package

Dec 11, 2019

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What to Do with a Lousy Financial Aid Package

Dec 11, 2019

The excitement of a college acceptance letter can be quickly replaced with anxiety if the financial award (a.k.a., the Financial Aid Package) is a bust.  Here are some tips to evaluate the Package and what to do if it falls short.

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3 Tips for Smart Student Loan Borrowing

Dec 05, 2019

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3 Tips for Smart Student Loan Borrowing

Dec 05, 2019

When it comes to paying for college, the process can seem overwhelming. There are so many financing options out there and you might be feeling lost about how to choose the correct ones for your family. The key is to equip yourself with information so that you can have the knowledge you need to make an informed decision, especially if taking out a student loan.

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