Student Loans

It’s long been accepted that furthering your education is one of the best ways to increase your earning power. Specialized training can go a long way toward developing skills that others are willing to pay more for. Before you drop tens of thousands of dollars on a “traditional” post-secondary education, consider all your options — […]

If the pandemic has taught us anything, it’s that no job is ever safe. I mean, how can there ever be job security when an external event can completely change the industry with no warning? The uncertainties of the job markets have led to a lot of adults deciding now might be the perfect time […]

Under Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rules, taxpayers with active student loans are entitled to special deductions. These deductions apply to the interest paid on the loan in a given year. They help borrowers reduce the lifetime cost of their student loans by putting hundreds of dollars back into their pockets. However, the rules and the […]

Co-signing a loan can be extremely helpful. It’s a great way to help a loved one with an imperfect credit history qualify for a loan or some type of credit. Hopefully, it helps them learn how to handle the new credit responsibly. Sometimes, however, being a co-signer becomes a difficult lesson for everyone involved. If […]