Graduate School Costs & Options

Graduate school costs are an expense that’s tough to afford. If you need additional skills or a master’s degree to keep your job or advance at work, how can you afford to pay for grad school?
Costs & Benefits of Graduate School
U.S. News & World Report looked at some of the best graduate schools and found that  today’s average [...]

College Savings Accounts for a Bad Economy

Many parents and students see college as the bridge between this life and a better one. While more and more kids are heading off to college, many are struggling with how they’re going to pay for it. While a recent study conducted by Fidelity Investments in California indicates that more parents have started some type [...]

529 College Savings Plan Overview

A 529 college savings plan is another way for U.S. families to prepare for the high costs of college. Named after section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code, this investment vehicle has some similarities with and differences from the Coverdell ESA.
A 529 plan is another tax-advantaged plan that is designed to give incentives for education [...]

Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) Overview

Coverdell Education Savings Account History
Years ago, there used to be an account called the Education IRA. It was created by the government to help parents prepare for the costs of schooling for their children. This account was not that popular, because at the time, it had a $500 annual contribution limit. I remember clients telling [...]

Preventing College Student Identity Theft

Identity theft probably isn’t the primary concern of most college students heading off to school this fall, however, college campuses can be big targets of identity theft.  With so many people living together in such close quarters it can be a hot spot for thieves and dishonest students to take advantage of other unsuspecting students. [...]

College Student Jobs You Can Work From Your Dorm Room

College students around the country will soon be traveling back to their respective colleges and universities, and many of them will have fatter wallets from summer jobs and internships. However, that money won’t last long when the price of textbooks, school supplies, and tailgate parties starts to take its toll.
One of the toughest things [...]

Affordable Apartments for College Graduates

Once you graduate from college, finding an affordable apartment that suits your financial needs and budget is essential to properly starting off your working life. Finding the right apartment can be a daunting task, so here are some tips to help you pick the right apartment to fit your budget.
Calculate Your Rent Budget
Generally, one-fourth of [...]

Renters Insurance for College Graduates

Renter’s insurance may seem like an unnecessary cost when money is tight and you’re working to pay off your college bills. However, if you can get a few renters insurance quotes online you’ll see that the insurance isn’t that expensive and can provide you with some much needed protection.
Do You Need Renters Insurance?
As [...]

Credit Card Tips for College Graduates

Applying for and using a credit card during college can help you to start building your credit history. Managing your use of the credit card and making the payments are two keys to building a good credit history that will benefit you in the future. Of course, a credit card is just the beginning when building [...]

Credit Scores for College Graduates

Your credit score when you graduate from college is largely based on decisions you made while in school.  Those choices and your resulting credit history may impact some of the first things you do after graduation such as renting an apartment or buying a car.  We’ll take a look at some of the things that may [...]

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