Meilan Solly
Intern, Kiplinger.com
Solly is a Kiplinger.com intern. She is a junior studying English and anthropology through the Joint Degree Programme between the College of William & Mary and the University of St. Andrews. Solly serves as the deputy editor of The Saint, St. Andrews' student newspaper, and an associate blogs editor of The Flat Hat, William & Mary's student newspaper.
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Student Debt
college
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Student Debt
Clinton wants free tuition at many public colleges and less restrictive student loan terms. Trump dislikes student debt, but his plans are not as clea…
June 13, 2018
Trump vs. Clinton: 10 Ways the Next President Will Impact Your Wallet
Politics
Trump vs. Clinton: 10 Ways the Next President Will Impact Your Wallet
The policies that Democrat Hillary Clinton or Republican Donald Trump say they'll bring to the White House could have a dramatic impact on your wallet…
September 19, 2016
Where You Can Use 3-D Printers
spending
Where You Can Use 3-D Printers
Sources for the high-tech printing model are right around the corner.
September 15, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Taxes
taxes
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Taxes
Clinton's plan would raise taxes on the wealthy, while Trump's would cut taxes across the board.
August 9, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Defense Spending
Politics
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Defense Spending
Neither candidate plans on cutting defense spending, but they plan on sustaining spending in different ways.
August 5, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on the Public Debt
credit & debt
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on the Public Debt
Neither candidate has published a plan on getting the country out of debt, but paying down the debt remains an issue important to voters.
August 5, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Infrastructure
Politics
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Infrastructure
Both candidates have addressed America's crumbling infrastructure, but their plans differ in scope.
August 5, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Climate Change
Politics
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Climate Change
Clinton supports development of clean alternatives to burning oil, gas, and coal. Trump says unleashing fossil fuel production is the real U.S. challe…
August 4, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Economic Growth and Jobs
Politics
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Economic Growth and Jobs
Clinton wants fair trade and a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants. Trump says "Americanism, not globalism, will be our credo."
August 4, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Obamacare
insurance
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Obamacare
Clinton would expand the Affordable Care Act, while Trump would rely on private plans operating across state lines.
August 1, 2016
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Retirement Programs
retirement
Where Clinton and Trump Stand on Retirement Programs
Both Clinton and Trump have pledged to protect Social Security and Medicare, but in recent weeks, Trump's advisers have hinted at a move toward cuts.
July 29, 2016
11 Ways to Cut the Cost of College Tuition
college
11 Ways to Cut the Cost of College Tuition
There are lots of smart ways to save for college — including tax-advantaged 529 plans and Coverdell accounts.
July 28, 2016
Little-Known Ways to Save Hundreds Year-Round With Your Student ID
college
Little-Known Ways to Save Hundreds Year-Round With Your Student ID
By showing your ID or providing a university e-mail address, you can find discounts on everything from laptops to museum tickets.
July 26, 2016
How High Will Your State's Minimum Wage Be on January 1, 2017?
Business Costs & Regulation
How High Will Your State's Minimum Wage Be on January 1, 2017?
By the start of next year, 29 states and Washington, D.C., will have minimum wages higher than the federal level.
June 18, 2016
11 Top Sources of College Scholarships
Paying for College
11 Top Sources of College Scholarships
Valedictorians and star quarterbacks aren’t the only ones earning college scholarships.
September 5, 2015
9 Jobs You Won't Believe You Can Get Paid to Do
Your Business
9 Jobs You Won't Believe You Can Get Paid to Do
August 28, 2015