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The Right Way To Choose A College

If you read news headlines and follow press coverage about the world of college admissions, you might be inclined to think that most students go through a meticulous, well-researched college selection process. You might also think that the majority of students — especially those at “good” high schools — have proper guidance into what colleges […]

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6 Reasons You Are Not Cut Out to Be an Entrepreneur

Millions of people dream of quitting their jobs to launch a business. But dreaming and doing are two very different things. Entrepreneurship sounds exciting—freedom, flexible hours, unlimited income—but the reality isn’t always so glamorous. Here are six brutally honest reasons why you may not be cut out to be an entrepreneur—and how to course-correct if

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Holiday Hazards That Can Harm Your Health and Finances

During the holiday season, most of us are focused on family celebrations, shopping or taking part in social gatherings. But a new report from insuranceQuotes.com highlights the numerous dangers lurking during the holidays – hazards that could damage your finances or physical health. For starters, some 23 million Americans have had packages stolen from their

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How to Make Extra Cash from Home for the Holidays

It’s that time of year again: the holiday season. It’s a time to enjoy the gift of giving, but how can you give to those you love, without emptying your bank account? Thankfully, there are many simple ways to make some extra cash to cover seasonal expenses—right from the comfort of home. With InboxDollars, Poshmark

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3 Tips to Make Your Holiday Donations Pay Off at Tax Time

A lot of us give to charities, our places of worship, or other non-profit organizations during the holidays. While it probably makes you feel good to help the less fortunate, you should also know that your generosity can have financial perks too – in the form of tax breaks when April 15 rolls around. Here

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How Colleges Bury College Tuition Costs in the Fine Print

When college and university officials speak about their campuses, they do a good job of letting prospective students and families know about the range of academic offerings, extracurricular opportunities, student services and facilities at these institutions. There’s the snazzy new athletic center that was just built where you can work out — or just watch

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Book cover of "College Secrets for Teens: Money-Saving Ideas for the Pre-College Years" by Lynnette Khalfani Cox, featuring a stylized American flag and practical advice on paying for college.

How To Get College or Grad School Application Fees Waived

College application season is upon us. That means high school students, transfer students, and would-be graduate students all across the country will be busy during the months of November and December polishing their college applications. Many college applications cost $50 and up, meaning if you or your child applies to 10 different schools, you could

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Why You Must Fill Out the FAFSA to Get the Most College Financial Aid

Regardless of the type of college funding your family seeks, the first step you should take to qualify for financial aid is to fill out a form known as the FAFSA, the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. The FAFSA is an all-important document that determines something called your EFC or “Expected Family Contribution.” Your

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5 Ways To Save Money With Inventory Management

If you’re a small business owner, chances are you spend a good amount of time thinking about your inventory. If you’re not, you should be! Effective inventory management can save your business lots of money, probably in ways you don’t yet realize. This article describes 5 ways to save money with inventory management than you

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How Late Payment and Penalty Fees Drain College Students’ Budgets

College students: if you’re a procrastinator, or the type of person who does stuff not just at the last minute, but late, that bad habit is going to cost you big time on campus. If you’re late doing anything at all in college, expect your school to bill you for it. That includes being late

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Fannie Mae Making It Easier for African-Americans, Latinos to Get Mortgages

Fannie Mae is rolling out a series of new mortgage rules that will make it easier for African-Americans, Latinos and others to qualify for home loans. Under recently announced guidelines, starting in 2016 Fannie Mae will require mortgage lenders to take into account non-traditional credit data from potential homebuyers, such as a person’s rent payments

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5 Horrible Things About Debt That Have Nothing To Do With Money

Many people living with crushing debt focus on the ways that those out-of-control bills affect their finances. And it’s easy to see why. When you have massive student loans, an enormous mortgage, or maxed out credit cards, those obligations can be a huge financial burden. They drain your wallet, put you in the trap of

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