What gift should you get for a college graduate? Cash is always the easiest and probably the most coveted present for recent graduates. The problem, as I remember it, is that cash is a hard thing to hold onto once you’re out of school and thrust int the job hunt or working world.
Here are a […]
The best credit card for you will likely change along with your financial circumstances. As you graduate from college and get a job, you’ll want to do a review of your finances and your current credit cards to make sure you’re taking advantage of the benefits your new salary might bring.
Many people unfortunately rely heavily on credit […]
What college student do you know that isn’t cheap? When you’re in school every penny counts and you learn to manage your money on a very tight budget. Saving money simply becomes second nature to you. I was so cheap in college I used to:
-Wear every last piece of clothing to delay paying for the laundry […]
How are you ever going to pay off your student loans? Is your college debt going to follow you around for the rest of your life?
Investing in Your FutureAlthough it may seem daunting, if you approach your college loans as an investment rather than a burden it could help you get rid of your debt. If you think […]
Buying health insurance is probably the last thing a new college graduate wants to research as they deal with the multitude of changes that accompany their sudden leap into the real world.
Unfortunately, your change in status from student to regular person will also mean changes in your health insurance coverage. For the last several years […]
What investing advantage do you have that thousands of other people only dream about? As a recent college graduate this advantage puts you in a position where you could make thousands, or even hundreds of thousands of dollars, from investing over the course of your life.
The sad thing is that many people in your shoes ignore […]
Were you in class the day they handed out the financial tip sheet? You know, the one that covered how to buy insurance, invest your money, pay off your student loans, manage your credit cards, and budget out your new salary? I think most of us missed that day so here’s another copy you can […]
Oh, young mind, how we envy you! The world is your oyster, and who doesn’t like oysters? Here you are, venturing out into the world. Freedom, independence, adventure are all just around the corner! Mom’s not there to do the laundry anymore, but who cares! Nobody will yell at you […]
I’ve written in the past how I’ve recieved applications from credit card companies for a card that’s branded with my college name and logo. I can only assume that someone in the university finance department is looking for ways to bring in more money and decided to cash in on their alumni database. I’m not […]
With college expenses on the rise, along with the interest rates on student loans, many individuals are looking for ways to reduce college debt. From personal experience, I have come up with three easy ways to reduce college debt:
1. Pay Quarterly Interest
The availability of scholarships is declining; so many people are depending on student loans […]
