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Employer-funded tuition need not be a trap
Your employer offers a tuition assistance benefit. Will you regret taking the money?
2 min read Aug 06, 2014 -
529 plans and continuing education costs
A 529 plan isn’t just for college students. It can also pay for other education endeavors.
2 min read Jun 06, 2014 -
Use 529 plan for college application fee?
Do your homework to find out which costs qualify for payment using a 529 plan.
1 min read Apr 16, 2014 -
How to get help from a student loan ombudsman
At an impasse with your student loan lender? An ombudsman can help settle disputes.
3 min read Jun 28, 2013 -
8 high-paying, nontraditional degrees
You don’t need an engineering degree to earn big bucks. These majors offer similar salaries.
6 min read Jun 10, 2013 -
Garnish disability to pay student loan?
If you are getting disability, know the implications of failing to pay your student loans.
2 min read Jun 07, 2013 -
Will gift from grandpa hurt financial aid?
Giving your kids money? Watch out! Too much could hurt their chances at college aid.
2 min read Dec 19, 2012 -
Should co-signer sue kid over student loan?
Get our ruling on whether to haul your kid into court when you’re stuck paying a college loan.
2 min read May 30, 2012 -
3 ways to make a 529 college savings plan work for you
College savings plans can work for or against you. Get the most out of yours.
3 min read Sep 01, 2011 -
4 ways to cut college housing costs
Consider these smart ways to cut your living costs and slash your overall college bill.
4 min read Aug 14, 2010