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8 Money Tips for High School Students

Key Takeaway Learning ways to be responsible for your own money while still in high school is crucial because it helps you build strong habits early and gives you more financial freedom. Below, we are diving into eight smart money tips to help you start managing what you have now: Explore Part-Time Jobs or Side …
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Budgets Made Easy: The Best Free Budgeting Apps

“Where did my paycheck disappear to?” If you’ve ever found yourself asking this question, you’re not alone. Let’s be honest, keeping track of spending, paying off credit card debt, and saving for future goals is a LOT—especially as a college student. Budgeting will make it feel much more manageable. A good budget helps you control …
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Empowering Students: The Importance of Financial Aid Awareness Month

Every February, Financial Aid Awareness Month rolls around to remind us just how life-changing financial aid is for college-bound students and their families. This initiative is about opening up opportunities that bring your college dreams closer to reality. It’s the bridge that connects your ambitions to possibilities through grants, scholarships, work-study programs, and loans. Financial …
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How Much Should You Save for College?

Key Takeaway: Wondering how much to save for college? To know where to start, it’s important to understand the typical costs of college and how inflation plays a part. This article outlines average tuition costs for the 2023-24 school year and discusses several savings vehicles—529 plans*, Coverdell ESAs, and traditional savings accounts. It will also …
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How To Pay For College If You Haven’t Started Saving Yet

Paying for college with no savings is still possible when you consider cutting back your discretionary costs, working part time, taking classes at community college and considering more affordable college options. Several financial aid resources are available for college students including FAFSA, state grants, and scholarship programs. Private student loans are an option to help …

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