Rising college tuition can strike fear into the hearts of families looking for ways to cut college costs. But a lot of the fretting and handwringing by students and parents over tuition and fees is largely misplaced angst. In fact, one of the least understood secrets of paying for college is that in many ways […]
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If you’re not getting ahead financially, it may not be due to the economy, your boss or any other external factor. It could be that you’re the one hindering your progress—simply because you believe a host of money myths and economic lies. Money myths are extremely powerful, because they guide your thoughts and actions, including
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The average family of four spends about $200 a week, or $800 a month at the grocery store. Wouldn’t it be nice to keep some of that hard-earned cash and use it to build your savings or help reach your personal goals?
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Having a car on campus during college might seem like a convenience, but it can become a massive financial burden. If you’re considering driving your own vehicle while earning your degree, it’s crucial to understand the full cost. For most students, bringing a car to college drains money and adds avoidable stress. AAA estimates it
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Sending a child away to college – or going off to school on your own as a fully independent student – can prompt a boatload of worries about how to pay higher education expenses. While the rising cost of college is largely out of your control, what is in your control is a series of
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A reader of AskTheMoneyCoach.com had a question related to the discharge of her student loans. Although the inquiry was specific to her particular circumstances, it’s a somewhat common situation. So I’m sharing the question – and my answer – in an effort to help anyone wondering if they should ever pay someone to help get
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I am a huge fan of actor Bill Duke. In fact, I just watched him in one of my all time favorite movies, Predator (a must have for your man cave library). Now I’m an even bigger fan because I just found out that Duke is combining two of my favorite things: media and financial
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Retirees on a fixed income often have a hard enough time making ends meet, often due to a lack of savings. Now a new survey suggests that many retirees – especially those relying on Social Security – are about to be further endangered by another financial threat: skyrocketing healthcare costs that few Americans are prepared
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Let’s face it,saving for retirement isn’t easy. It may be even tougher when you’re single. According to the 15th annual Transamerica Retirement Survey published last year, 45 percent of unmarried workers age 50 and older do not have a retirement strategy, compared with 36 percent of older married workers. If you have never been married,
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A student recently asked me whether or not it was “worth it” to go to a very expensive university, USC, even though he knew it might require him taking out tens of thousands of dollars in student loans. It’s a very relevant question right now, especially as students and parents all around the country prepare
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Rethinking the Dream: Is Massive Student Debt for a Dream College Worth It? The age-old adage “you get what you pay for” doesn’t always hold true, especially when it comes to higher education. While premium prices might equate to better quality in goods, the same can’t be said for college tuition. The Illusion of Prestige
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Didn’t file your 2014 taxes by April 15, 2015? No worries, we’ll let you in on an industry secret – if you’re getting a refund, you can file for up to 3 years with no late fees or penalties! If you owe additional taxes, your penalties are racking up so file your tax return as
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o matter where you live or what your ethnic and socioeconomic background, you probably want a few things for your children and grandkids: happiness, career success, good health and financial stability. What if you could put your offspring on the path to achieving all these things, just by making a few good financial decisions of
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What is e-file? How do you e-file your taxes? We explain it all in this short and sweet article. What is e-file? eFile, also known as e-file or electronic filing, is a system for submitting tax information to the IRS through the internet or a direct connection, usually without having to submit any paperwork. The IRS
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Are you and your spouse ready for retirement? Even if you have saved an adequate amount in your nest-egg, there are additional issues that many couples overlook. Here are 3 of the more common retirement mistakes: – not being able to agree on where to live during their Golden Years; – challenges regarding retiring at
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