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Six benefits of joining Amazon Student

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Attention, college students: Whether you're headed near or far to college this year, you're going to need "stuff." Join Amazon Student and get FREE two-day shipping for college students. The online shopping mecca is offering its Amazon Student program free for six months, so you … [Read more...] about Six benefits of joining Amazon Student

12 places to find free or low-cost job training

If you feel trapped in a job with limited potential or want to make sure you stay ahead in a career that pays a living wage, listed below are several ways that you can get job training. Many of these career education resources are free and some are low-cost.It’s worth noting that finding a job … [Read more...] about 12 places to find free or low-cost job training

Graduation gift ideas for less than $50

When I graduated from high school, I received a matching set of luggage to take me off to college. I used it for years. When I graduated from college, the best gifts I got were cash, because I had student loans to repay.Surprisingly enough, those two gifts still stand the test of time.But … [Read more...] about Graduation gift ideas for less than $50

Changing careers? Know the income potential

If you’re thinking of going back to school, or have a college-bound senior in high school, you should know the opportunity for financial payback from the career you choose. PayScale's 2013-2014 College Salary report is out, and the fiscal news is good for some careers (not so much for others).If … [Read more...] about Changing careers? Know the income potential

3 tips for repaying private student loans

By Reyna Gobel, Wise BreadRepaying private student loans can be confusing. Most of what you hear in the news applies to federal student loans. So where can private loan borrowers get information on repayment? From their lenders.Since private student loans are essentially bank loans, it’s up … [Read more...] about 3 tips for repaying private student loans

5 easier ways to repay federal student loans

This post is by Reyna Gobel at Wise Bread.If you’re a recent college grad, you’re probably dreading when you have to start repaying your federal student loans as much as if you were going to the dentist to get your wisdom teeth pulled. But student loan repayment is a lot less painful and doesn't … [Read more...] about 5 easier ways to repay federal student loans

10 ways to wipe out your student loan debt

Beginning July 1, new federal student loans will carry an interest rate of 6.8%, twice the 3.4% rate on loans issued last year. Given that student loans cannot be discharged in bankruptcy, the rate should be close to zero, as the lender has very little risk. But no one is listening to me!Student … [Read more...] about 10 ways to wipe out your student loan debt

Save on kids’ tuition with a university job

When Laura Hefty re-entered the workforce after staying home with her two children, she was looking for good pay and benefits. She never expected that the benefits would help her save on college tuition.Five years ago, Hefty took a position as an executive assistant at Princeton University. This … [Read more...] about Save on kids’ tuition with a university job

The 411 on the FAFSA for college financial aid

If you are the parent of a college student or soon-to-be college student, you need to get all your paperwork together now so you can fill out the FAFSA.What's the FAFSA? It is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and it is the only way that families can apply for federal and state … [Read more...] about The 411 on the FAFSA for college financial aid

Why you should pay off student loans now

This post is by Zac Bissonnette.Excerpted from How To Be Richer, Smarter, and Better Looking Than Your Parents by Zac Bissonnette by arrangement with Portfolio Penguin, a member of Penguin Group (USA) Inc. Copyright © 2012 by Zac Bissonnette.I hate student loans.In fact, I hate student … [Read more...] about Why you should pay off student loans now

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