Parent Plus Loan Eligibility, Denials, and Limits
Many parents want to help fund their child’s college education. One common way to do this is through the Federal Parent PLUS Loan. Like…
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Thomas Bright is a longstanding Clearpoint blogger and student loan repayment aficionado who hopes that his writing can simplify complex subjects. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him hiking, running or reading philosophy. You can follow him on Twitter.
Refinancing Student Loans: Who Should Do It
Refinancing student loans is a tempting option for many borrowers in repayment. It brings the promise of lower payments, and most people assume this…
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Paying off Student Loans Early: A Good Idea?
If you have student loan debt and are making the minimum monthly payments, you may have considered paying off student loans early by making…
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Bad Credit Student Loans Can Double Your Debt and Pose Serious Risks
When you apply for federal student loans, your credit score isn’t taken into account. The only exception to this rule is the PLUS Loan.…
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The Best Way to Pay off Student Loans: A How-To Guide
When I graduated with over $20,000 in student loan debt several years ago, I began to search for tips and tricks on how to…
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Paying Back Student Loans: The Good, The Bad, and… The Easy?
If you’ve graduated in the last several years, you are probably aware of the student loan debt crisis. Each year, throngs of students walk…
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The Sharing Economy – Making Mom Proud
When I hear the word “sharing” I immediately think of my childhood, when I first learned that it was “nice” to share (thanks, Mom).…
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5 Side Jobs that Generate Extra Income
Summer is upon us and everyone wants some extra income to put towards their summer fun. Whether you are taking a vacation, staying local…
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