Student Loan On-Ramp Ending: Will Default Rates Surge?
The student loan on-ramp program ends September 30, and over one-third of borrowers may be at risk of default, credit damage, and more.
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Recently, two researchers have identified problems in how some states manage their 529 college savings plans and how 529 plan fees are assessed.
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How To Protect Against Predatory Lending
We list the tell-tale signs of predatory lending and explain what steps borrowers can take to protect themselves against unfair loan terms.
FloatMe Review: Cash Advances With No Credit Check
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Frich Review: Gen Z Social Finance App
Source: The College Investor Half social media, half personal finance, Frich is a new social finance app that blends both together. It relies on user-generated survey data to generate reports about how young people spend and earn money.Have you ever wondered how much your neighbor is paying for rent? Are you curious to know what […]
529 Plans Surpass $500 Billion In Assets
The latest 529 plan data show that 529 plans have surpassed $500 billion in assets nationwide.
Undermatching: Why Do Smart Low-Income Students Not Enroll In Selective Colleges?
Why are talented, low-income students underrepresented in selective colleges? We explore the causes of undermatching and ways to reduce it.
