FinanceU Series Hits The Huffington Post
CompareCards Founder Chris Mettler brings his expertise on financing a college education to the readers of The Huffington Post in this three-part series:
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Four times a year, we award $2,500 to any qualifying college (or college-bound) student who answers a tricky trivia question.
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College Finance 101
Use this how-to guide to eliminate student debt, build credit, save money, and minimize student loans.
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Use this how-to guide to eliminate student debt, build credit, save money, and minimize student loans.
70% of college students graduate with loans to repay
$1.1 trillion U.S. national student debt
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Financial Sense
While the return on investment of a college education remains strong at 14 - 15%, it doesn’t make the financial burden easier to bear for families struggling to put their kids through school. Our resources can help you make smart choices before kids start school, make college more affordable, and help set up students for financial success after graduation.
- What are 529 Savings Plans?
- The Financial Pros and Cons of College: Should you even bother?
- The Fidelity Investments 529 College Rewards® Card Review
- Is Establishing Legal Residency a Worthwhile Tuition Strategy?
- Student Credit Cards 101: Expert insight into plastic for students
- Student Travel Alert: ATM cards can be disabled in high-crime destinations
While most college students graduate with debt, making smart financial decisions while you’re still in school can make a direct and lasting impact on your financial health for the rest of your life.
In fact, the Pew Research Center reports that households headed by a young, college-educated adult without student debt have a net worth of about seven times the net worth of those who have debt.
- The Best Student Credit Cards
- 5 Tips for Saving Money in College
- Students Confused about Financial Aid Overuse Credit Cards
- Student Credit Cards vs. Debit Cards
- How To Choose a Student Credit Card
- Amazon Student: VIP Perks for Students
- Credit Card Advice and Options for Students
- What Happens When You Open A Credit Card Account?
- Best Credit Cards for No Credit
The average starting salary for 2013 graduates with a bachelor’s degree is $45,000 – and job opportunities are increasing. While the job outlook is good, moving into the real world brings with it challenging financial decisions. Cultivating good money management skills at this critical time lays the foundation for a healthy financial future.
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Financial Checklist
Make it to graduation without student debt with this guide to building credit, saving money and minimizing student loans.
College Finance 101
Financial Checklist
Download this infographic checklist for students and young adults at each stage of the college process: pre, during, and post-graduation. VIEW CHECKLIST
20 Easy College Scholarships
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