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Real Graduates, Real Student Loan Debt
The student loan debt crisis has certainly not escaped attention, but what it really look like for the average graduate working to pay off thousands of dollars in loans? Here are some first-hand accounts from real debtors: “I was always told education would lead to success” These are the words of Raul Tello, a chiropractor […]
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Month: June 2014
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Spending and Saving In College
College students aren’t just graduating with burdensome student loan debts, but credit card debt as well. While not every college student will rack up thousands in a matter of a few short years, nearly all could use a little life lesson in money management. Here are some savvy spending and saving tips for college students: […]
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Month: June 2014
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What Is A Student Loan Servicer?
As a student loan borrower it is important you know some of the details behind your loan. Do you have a federal or private loan? Who is actually managing your loan and records of payment? Who is your student loan servicer? What is a loan servicer? A loan servicer is a company that manages your […]
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Month: June 2014
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Obama Calls For Student Loan Help
The stir up in Washington has been growing in recent months as more political figures are stepping in to call for help. This week, President Obama joined the fight and issued a call for extending student loan debt efforts. Income Based Programs Until now, only borrowers whose loans were initiated between October 2007 and October […]
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Month: June 2014
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Jobs That Help Student Loan Debt
If you are like most graduates you have entered a disappointing salary bracket and are spinning your wheels in terms of student loan repayment. While you may have chosen a career you love, there are some jobs that can help you with your student loan debt payments. Volunteering Some volunteer organizations like the Peace Corps […]
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Month: June 2014
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Is College Worth The Cost?
In light of the continued struggle for many to attend college to better their futures, many people are beginning to question whether college is really worth it. Do people with a degree actually make more than those without? Is the cost of student loan debt worth a bump in salary? Does borrowing to attend college […]
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