Most people have their first taste of money management during their high school and college years. This is the time when most young people use their first debit/credit cards, take out their first loans, and write their first checks. However, this is also the time when young people make budgeting mistakes that can leave long-lasting … Continued
“Ask Brianna” is a column from NerdWallet for 20-somethings or anyone else starting out. I’m here to help you manage your money, find a job and pay off student loans — all the real-world stuff no one taught us how to do in college. Send your questions about postgrad life to askbrianna@nerdwallet.com. This week’s question: “I … Continued
There’s so much information available about financial aid for college or career school that it can be hard to tell the facts from fiction. We’ve got you covered! Here are some common myths—and the real scoop—about financial aid and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form. MYTH 1: My parents make too much money, so … Continued