Student loan debt is second only to home loans as the highest form of consumer debt in the United States. That’s scary, especially if you’re a college student who’s just starting or only part-way through this expensive career-before-your-career. Paying off college expenses as you go is the best way to avoid a massive pile of […]
We all know that paying for a higher education is more difficult than in the past because the cost of education is on the rise. As a result, there is a chance that you might need to get student loans to pay for your education. After all, sometimes there are college funding gaps even after […]
Many new graduates are still celebrating their accomplishments. And rightfully so – getting a degree is a big deal. But once the excitement of finishing school wears off, you begin to realize how daunting the long road ahead to paying off those student loans really is. I had $20,000 in student loans when I graduated […]
When realizing the current debt situation in the United States, it can be difficult to maintain an optimistic outlook on the future. The national debt, is now over $18 trillion, and many U.S. citizens are finding themselves living with debt as they try to cope with the current economy. For many students, the notion of going […]
As a college student, my unsubsidized federal loans are definitely weighing on my mind. I’m not required to pay the loans yet, but the time is coming when I will be. At least paying the accrued interest saves me money in the long run. My goal is to pay as I go, but either way, student loans […]
When I first started paying back my student loans several years ago, there weren’t that many apps or tools available to help you pay off your student loans, while keeping you motivated. Boy, have things changed — and I’m so glad! Now there are more resources and websites out there specifically for people trying to get […]
