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25 Best College Majors for a Lucrative Career
college One way to increase your chances of earning a good living is to pick a college major that prepares you to work in a field that pays well. Here are some of the best options and how you might expect to fare.
By Stacy Rapacon • Last updated
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Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness: What it Means for You
student loans Biden’s long awaited announcement on whether or not his administration will forgive a portion of federal student loans is in. Here’s what it means for you.
By Rivan V. Stinson • Last updated
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Is Student Loan Debt Hurting Your Retirement Plans?
Paying for College Millions of borrowers 50 and older are struggling to repay loans for themselves and their children, some delaying retirement. There’s a trick, though, to help with repayment.
By Elaine Silvestrini • Published
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How to Monitor Your Credit Reports for Free
credit reports Don't get suckered into paying for credit monitoring services. There are free options all around.
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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Up to $20,000 in Student Loan Cancellation is Here: But Will it Hurt Your Taxes?
taxes President Biden extended the student loan payment pause and announced up to $20,000 in student loan debt cancellation for some borrowers—plus there’s some good tax news.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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Student Loans and Taxes: Some Basics to Know
taxes The federal student loan pause has been extended and student loan cancellation for some borrowers has been announced—but there are some other things you should know about student loans and taxes.
By Kelley R. Taylor • Last updated
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Did Equifax Botch Your Credit Score?
credit score Equifax is in the news–yet again–this time for sending lenders the wrong credit score. Here’s how to find out if you were affected and what to do next.
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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Student Loan Forgiveness: Navigating the Maze
student loans Those saddled with student debt could have some help coming … if they understand how Public Service Loan Forgiveness and Income-Driven Repayment Plan Forgiveness works. Add in the deadlines, the waivers and tax implications, and it can be a lot. Let us break it down for you.
By Derenda King, CFP®, CSLP® • Published
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Will Private Student Loans Be Forgiven?
Paying for College The Biden Administration is still tinkering with its student loan forgiveness program. Will it include private student loans?
By Rivan V. Stinson • Published
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