Education has become less affordable in recent years, leading many to take out student loans. Unfortunately, new borrowers often find it challenging to navigate the
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College Applications, Taxes, And Filling Out Your FAFSA
My daughter has been sending me steady reminders about filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) form. If you–or your child–plan to attend college or
Read MoreFAFSA, Tax Return Delays Could Slow College Enrollment Decisions
The delay in processing forms 8863, Education Credits, at the IRS is causing more trouble than just slowing down refunds. The delay, which was formally
Read MoreDeduct This: The History Of Student Loan Interest
This week, I reached a pretty significant milestone: I finally paid off my undergraduate student loans. Hold the champagne: I now get to plug away
Read MoreMany Colleges “Not Financially Responsible”
In a flush economy, it’s easier to look the other way when things aren’t going well. In a tight economy, however, we’re much more aware
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