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9 Tips for Students and Others Filing Taxes for the First Time
February 19, 2019
Filing your federal income taxes for the first time can be daunting.
To Reduce Payments, Recast Your Mortgage
February 18, 2019
When Hollywood directors recast a part in a movie, they tend to be discreet about it. Mortgage lenders are quiet about recasting, too.
Federal Watchdog Issues Scathing Report On Ed Department's Handling Of Student Loans
February 14, 2019
A critical new report from the U.S.
How Taking a Semester Off Can Affect Your Student Loans
January 14, 2019
The reasons people may have for taking a semester off from college vary. Some students may experience family emergencies or health issues.
Fastest Ways To Improve Your Credit Score
January 14, 2019
If you're planning to apply for a loan or credit card within the next six months or so, you might worry that you don't have time to raise your credit score.
Is the UltraFICO Score Good or Bad for Consumers?
January 6, 2019
When new credit scores are revealed, it shakes up the credit world a little bit. The new UltraFICO score is no exception.
How The Financial Aid Mobile App Will Affect Borrowers
December 29, 2018
Last fall, as part of its efforts to modernize the financial aid process from application through rep
What To Know About State Regulations On Student Loans
December 29, 2018
Federal and state regulators are working to protect student loan borrowers from unfair lending practices.