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Student Loans in Default, How to Save Yourself
If your student loans are in default, you will want to read this. Your options, the pros and the cons and where to get help.
Posted on December 23, 2016
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For-Profit College Certificates: Higher Cost, but Not Necessarily Highly Regarded by Employers
Nationally, enrollment in for-profit colleges is on the rise. Though the vast majority of students enrolled in two-year post-secondary institutions still attend public community colleges, enrollment in private, for-profit colleges has increased by 63 percent since 2001. In Washington, increasing numbers of students are earning certificates of less than two years. How do employers feel about these for-profit college certificates?
Posted on December 23, 2016
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Identity Theft Protection Services, Are they Worth It
If you’re concerned about data breaches or identity theft, you may be considering signing up for identity theft protection services. Before you enroll, it’s important to weigh the costs and benefits of various types of services. You also can compare them with free and low-cost services. The government’s IdentityTheft.gov website provides free personal recovery plans and step-by-step guidance to help identity theft victims recover.
Posted on December 23, 2016
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Living and Saving as a Millennial Living with Your Parents
For the first time in the Modern Era, living a home with parents is the most common living arrangement for 18 to 34-year-olds. If you’re a Millennial about to move back in with your folks, who has been living at home for a while, or is looking for a launching pad to independence, here are a few tips to help you make the most of your time at home.
Posted on December 23, 2016
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Why Pay Yourself First Might be Bad Advice
Pay yourself first. We have all heard the saying that is promoted as one of the tenants to sound financial management. It is true that having money in savings – a financial safety net – can mean the difference between surviving a financial emergency and digging deeper into debt. However, for some people it may be more beneficial to focus on saving after they meet their financial obligations.
Posted on December 23, 2016
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Confessions of a Credit Counselor, Donna's Story
Meet certified housing, credit and student loan counselor, Donna.
Posted on December 23, 2016
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Three Options to Get Out of Debt. What People Need to Know
Every day, people across the U.S. are bombarded with messages about how to repay debt. In this article we will discuss some of the reasons these options may be,” too good to be true.”
Posted on December 23, 2016
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The Real Story on Student Loan Forgiveness
If you have student loans, you’ve probably heard or seen the advertisements about how you can have your loans forgiven. Similar to the commercials for Obama Mortgage Forgiveness, these claims state that a law was passed enabling people to discharge their student loans. Is the claim too good to be true?
Posted on December 23, 2016
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The Right Way to Build Your Credit
If you follow a few sure-fire steps, you can build your credit enough to buy your own house or your own car. Here are five steps to take to get your credit where it needs to be.
Posted on December 23, 2016
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Best Letter Ever About Debt
One woman's story about getting out of debt.
Posted on December 23, 2016
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