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• Pros and cons of prepaid tuition plans

  Here’s who should consider a 529 prepaid tuition plan.

  4 min read Mar 29, 2021

  

• Top student loans trends for the week of March 29, 2021: Many borrowers will not receive student loan interest tax deduction for 2020

  Student loan borrowers’ taxes may look a little different this year.

  2 min read Mar 29, 2021

  

• Should I convert my IRA into a 529 plan?

  Moving IRA funds into a 529 plan could trigger fees, but you can avoid a penalty.

  3 min read Mar 29, 2021

  

• How to calculate loan interest

  Learn about types of interest and how to calculate how much interest you’ll pay.

  6 min read Mar 29, 2021

  

• Can I use a 529 plan to study abroad?

  Many foreign schools are eligible for tax-free withdrawal under 529 plan rules.

  4 min read Mar 25, 2021

  

• Can college students get the third stimulus check?

  Here’s how to get the $1,400 promised.

  2 min read Mar 25, 2021

  

• Student loans getting transferred to a new servicer? Here’s what you need to know

  In general, having your student loans transferred shouldn’t affect your repayment.

  4 min read Mar 25, 2021

  

• 9 ways to spot personal loan scams

  Follow these tips to avoid falling prey to personal loan fraudsters.

  9 min read Mar 25, 2021

  

• How the CSS Profile is different from the FAFSA

  Should you fill out both the FAFSA and the CSS Profile? That depends on your school.

  4 min read Mar 24, 2021

  

• Can your 529 savings plan be used for graduate school?

  A 529 account isn’t limited to undergraduate expenses if you follow the rules.

  3 min read Mar 24, 2021