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Defaulting on Private vs. Federal Student Loans

Student loan debt has been a hot button issue in recent months as borrowers have seen loan balances and delinquencies …

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graduation

Federal laws now prohibit certain types of marketing for credit cards that targets consumers under the age of 21, but …

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Student Cards with Cash Bonuses

As one who reviews a lot of credit cards each month, I know how time consuming it can be to …

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5 Tips For First-Time Card Users

Obtaining your first credit card in college can make you feel all grow-up. But unless you use it responsibly, it can set your financial life back many years. Here are some tips for managing your credit wisely.

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Credit 101 for the College-Bound

Holly and Ben from Ohio are about to reach a major milestone in their life—their son is headed off to …

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Fewer Students Now Have Credit Cards

A recent survey by Sallie Mae found that just 49 percent of students between 18 and 20 had at least …

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