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Over 50 and Still Paying Student Loans? Here's Some Help
It's the club no one wants to join. But if you are over 50 and still paying student loans, there are ways to tackle both debt and retirement savings.
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How the One Big Beautiful Bill Act Could Reshape 529 Plans
Trump's budget-reconciliation package could change 529 plan rules as early as this summer. What does that mean for you?
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How to Use Good Debt (While Identifying and Avoiding Bad Debt)
Not all debt is bad, but knowing the difference between good debt and bad debt and how to use them can help you get ahead financially and stay ahead.
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What Could the Election Mean for Student Loans? Harris vs Trump
As the presidential election heats up, here’s a closer look at each candidate’s plans to address student loans.
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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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Direct Tuition Payments: A Tax-Efficient Way to Pay for School
If you pay tuition for someone else directly to a college, graduate school, preschool or private school, that money is not subject to the gift tax.
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529 Plans: What Are the Differences Between the Two Types?
Carrying a lot of student debt can be daunting. Luckily, 529 plans are designed to help head off that debt. Here are the main types of 529s and how they work.
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Should You Prioritize Paying Off Student Loans?
There are several factors to consider to decide if you should prioritize paying off your student loans.
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Nearing Retirement With Student Loan Debt? What You Can Do
Many older adults will struggle with rising costs (health care and otherwise) and not enough savings. Here’s how they can manage lingering student debt.
