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The Pros and Cons of Offering Tuition Reimbursement: A Personal Perspective
As someone who has experienced both sides of the tuition reimbursement equation, I have a unique perspective on the pros and cons of this popular employee benefit.
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Recent Graduate? Financial Fitness Starts Here
Once you've landed a job, it's time to optimize your starting salary with a focus on creating a budget, paying off student debt and saving for retirement.
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Finance 101: Money Skills Every New College Student Needs
College is a perfect time to put financial know-how to the test. Here's how parents can set their kids up for success by making smart money choices.
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Three Reasons You Need to Use a 529 Plan (and Two Reasons You Don't)
Tax benefits and a Roth IRA feature make 529 college savings plans attractive, but they're not a one-size-fits-all option.
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Quitting Your Job? Check This Retirement Point First
Here are some factors to consider if you want to quick, but don't want to lose gains on retirement funds.
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What Is the Sahm Rule, and What Does It Mean?
This will be the first significant test of the Sahm rule under relatively normal circumstances.
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New Graduates Navigate a Challenging Labor Market
The Kiplinger Letter Things are getting tough for new graduates. Job offers are drying up and the jobless rate is increasing. Are internships the answer?
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PLUS Loans Can Help Pay for College — at a Cost
What to know about PLUS loans: Parents can borrow up to the cost of a child’s education, but interest rates are steep.
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Gender Pay Gap Is a Triple Whammy for Women: How to Beat It
When you're paid less, it's hard to get by, much less save for retirement. And your Social Security benefit could be lower, too. What's a woman to do? Invest.
