Posts tagged student loan debt
How to Use the Envelope Budget
How to Use the Envelope Budget

An envelope budget system is a great tool for new college grads, even high school students who are working part-time. Learning this simple tool is a great way for young people to get started on the right trajectory.

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Money Makeover Part 2: Origin
Money Makeover Part 2: Origin

Are you or one of your kids a fan of superheroes? My youngest son loves Spiderman the most. Every superhero has an origin story, sharing how they gained their powers and decided to fight crime.

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Money Makeover Part 3: Needs
Money Makeover Part 3: Needs

It is within the physiological needs that “wants” actually emerge. You need a roof over your head, but you want a spacious house with top-of-the line appliances, renovated bathrooms, and a finished basement. Even if that house is within your financial reach, you must recognize that it is a want, not a need.

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Student Loans: Understanding How Much to Borrow
Student Loans: Understanding How Much to Borrow

In this guest post, Andy Kearns offers guidelines on how much to borrow in student loans if your son or daughter is college-bound. Andy is a Content Analyst for LendEDU and works to produce personal finance content to educate consumers across the globe.

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