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The Return of Student Loan Payments
Paying for College A pandemic reprieve on student loan payments ends in January. If you still need financial help, there are steps you can take.
By Emma Patch Published
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Complain and Get Results
Smart Buying Use these tried-and-true strategies to get companies to listen to you.
By Emma Patch Published
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Tackle Your Debt Before Retirement
debt management You should aim to leave the workforce with as little debt as possible. Otherwise, money that could be spent enjoying your golden years could end up going to repaying loans.
By Jackie Stewart Published
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Plan to Start Repaying Student Loans
Paying for College The pandemic-era pause on student loan repayments is scheduled to end September 30. If you can’t afford payments, you have options.
By Emma Patch Published
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Know Your Rights in Debt Collection
debt management A wave of post-pandemic debt collection is coming. Here's how to dispute a debt and protect your assets.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis Published
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Rates on Student Loans Will Go Up
Paying for College You could refinance with a private student loan, but consider waiting until the pause on federal loan payments expires.
By Sandra Block Published
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Managing Your Debt in Retirement
debt management If your debt is anywhere near the $50,000 “red line,” you could have a problem on your hands. The key is to tackle debt systematically – starting before you retire. Here are some ideas of where to begin.
By Paul Humphrey, CFEd® Published
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7 Money-Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Refund
Tax Breaks Nearly 60% of taxpayers expect a refund this year, and many will receive a larger amount.
By Sandra Block Published
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The Hazards of Buy Now, Pay Later
Smart Buying Breaking up payments can make a big purchase seem cheaper, which can tempt you to overspend.
By Emma Patch Published
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