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How You — and Your Kids — Can Make Smart Student Loan Decisions
Paying for College The commitments you make now have consequences that could last for decades. Being well-informed about student debt and repayment can make a world of difference.
By Roger A. Young, CFP® Published
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The College Debit Card Trap
Paying for College High fees can make branded cards a bad deal.
By Sabrina Medler Published
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The Best College Values
Paying for College Associate editor Kaitlin Pitsker joins the show to discuss Kiplinger’s annual college value rankings. Plus, Sandy and Ryan discuss tax holidays and other back-to-school shopping deals.
By Sandra Block Published
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20 Things You Need to Know About Getting Into a Military Service Academy
Paying for College The U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Naval Academy, Air Force Academy, Coast Guard Academy and Merchant Marine Academy offer a tuition-free education—but getting in takes hard work and patience.
By Rocky Mengle Published
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Student Loans: To Solve the Problem, Understand the History
Paying for College It's no secret that college students today are in a bind. To avoid the pitfalls of crushing student debt, take a look at how we got into this sticky situation, and then make some smart course corrections.
By Chad Chubb, CFP® Published
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The Problem With PLUS Loans
Paying for College New student loan rates are lower, but parent loans are still no bargain.
By Brendan Pedersen Published
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Your Boss May Help You Save for College
Paying for College Some employers allow payroll deduction into 529 plans.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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Lessons Learned From the College Bribery Scandal
Paying for College Being a snowplow parent who removes obstacles is not the way to raise emotionally healthy, money-smart kids.
By Anne Kates Smith Published
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Get a Head Start on College Savings
Paying for College It’s a daunting prospect. In 18 years, attending an in-state public college for four years will likely cost a total of about $233,000.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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