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
Though some grads put off a home purchase because of student loans, it’s certainly possible to buy a home when you have student debt. However, you might need to approach your home purchase differently if you’re balancing student debt, too. Before you decide to apply for a mortgage, consider the impact of refinancing your student loans. Depending … Continued
Congratulations! You’re getting married — or at least planning to soon. As you begin to ponder all-important decisions about cake fillings and floral arrangements, not to mention the dress, it’s important to take a step back. Weddings aren’t cheap, so you need to decide how much you can afford to spend on your big day. … Continued