Paying for College

Cost has always been a major factor for families when choosing a college.  This year it has moved to the top of the list for many high school graduates who are trying to decide where to head in the upcoming years.  Application figures won’t be available for a few months, but state public colleges across [...]

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New York Senator Chuck Schumer has been pushing hard for a three point plan aimed at ensuring that private student loans are available to those who need them. The credit crisis has resulted in close to 30% of all private lenders closing their doors. Among the top lenders, most have tightened underwriting standards [...]

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College is expensive.  There is no way around the rising cost of college, other than maximizing the free money and financial aid possibilities that exist for you.  It is amazing how many students aren’t willing to put in the time to get their share of this money.  A recent study showed that one year at [...]

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Private student loan volume has grown consistently over the past decade. According to the College Board, private loans have grown at a compound annual growth rate of more than 20% over the past 10 years. This growth is a direct result of two dynamics - the increased cost of attending college and stagnant [...]

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