“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’m … Continued
July is here, and as temperatures rise, you can expect prices to drop on popular products. Make the most of midsummer sales with our guide to what you should buy (and skip) during the month of July. Buy: Patriotic items Each year around July 4, stores pledge allegiance to the red, white and blue with … Continued
While many colleges will soon send bills for this fall’s tuition, most won’t expect payment until late summer. That gives college-bound students and their families time to finalize financial aid details. Here are six basic, but crucial, things to know about using student loans, scholarships and more to pay for college. 1. When I take … Continued