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Can you pay for college on a credit card
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March 27, 2025

Can You Pay For College On A Credit Card?

Can you pay for college on a credit card and rack up the points? It’s a compelling thought… and the answer is potentially! College is expensive. According to the Education Data Initiative, the average cost of attendance for the 2024-2025 school year is $38,270. To keep up with rising costs, some students and their parents are […]

The Department of Education building is seen the morning after Donald Trump signed an executive order dismantling of the department, in Washington, on March 21, 2025. Whether Trump has the authority under the U.S. constitution to close a congressionally mandated agency remains an unanswered question. (Photo by Allison Bailey/NurPhoto via AP
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March 26, 2025

IDR Repayment Applications Return But Processing Frozen

The Education Department will reopen IDR applications on March 26, but processing remains paused.

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Tax Forms
March 22, 2025

What Is a CP05 Letter from the IRS and What Should I Do?

Are you wondering about the CP05 letter that showed up on your desk from the IRS? Don’t worry yet! Here are the answers you’ll probably need!

Parents Claimed Me On Their Taxes
Taxes
March 22, 2025

What To Do If My Parents Claimed Me On Their Taxes?

Here is our guide on what to do if my parents claimed me on their taxes even though you’re in college or an adult outside the house.

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March 21, 2025

Big Week For Student Loans: What Changed And What Didn’t

Trump’s executive order targets K-12, not student loans. Recertification is delayed, but borrowers still face confusion over repayment.

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Retirement
March 21, 2025

How Do Employee Stock Purchase Plans Work

Employee stock purchase plans, or ESPPs, can be a great way to invest at a discount.

Trump Student Loan Forgiveness
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March 20, 2025

Education Department Faces Shutdown Under Trump

The Department of Education is being phased out under Trump’s latest executive order. Learn how this affects students, teachers, and federal aid.

How to Calculate GPA
Classes and Degrees
March 20, 2025

How To Calculate Your GPA And Convert Your Grades

GPA stands for your Grade Point Average, and is used as an indicator of your overall school performance. Here’s how to calculate your GPA.

Student Loan Borrowers Are Not Ready To Resume Payments
News
March 19, 2025

FSA Extends IDR Recertification Until 2026

FSA extends IDR recertification deadlines until 2026, giving borrowers relief amid processing delays. Here’s what you need to know.

529 plan for estate planning
529 Plan
March 19, 2025

How To Use A 529 Plan For Estate Planning

Wondering if it would be beneficial to use a 529 plan for estate planning? We explain when that strategy could make sense and how to do it.

Supreme Court Student Loan Forgiveness
News
March 19, 2025

Lawsuit Filed Over Blocked Student Loan Repayment Plans

A new lawsuit claims the Department of Education is illegally blocking income-driven student loan repayment plans, leaving borrowers with higher bills.

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