by Brittany Harrison | Aug 25, 2019 | Personal Finance, Students & Education
[-- Read Time: 2 mins --] What’s the second biggest shopping season of the year? If you guessed back to school time, you’re absolutely correct. According to the National Retail Federation, parents are expected to spend close to $700 for clothes and...
by Brittany Harrison | Dec 20, 2018 | Students & Education, Tax Tips & Planning
[-- Read Time: 2 mins --] With college tuition on the rise, furthering your education won’t come cheap. According to College Board, in-state students paid an average of $10,230 to attend a public four-year college from 2018-2019. The good news is Uncle Sam...
by Brittany Harrison | Sep 20, 2017 | General Discussion, Students & Education, Tax Tips & Planning
[-- Read Time: 2 mins --] Forking over thousands of dollars to cover college expenses can be a hard pill to swallow but it does have its perks. Aside from the degree you’ll eventually earn, your expenses may qualify you for an education credit at tax time. Tax...
by Brittany Harrison | Jun 16, 2017 | General Discussion, Personal Finance, Students & Education
[-- Read Time: 3 mins --] Congratulations on your high school graduation! Although you’ve learned a ton of information over the last four years, chances are you missed one important lesson. According to the Council for Economic Education, only 17 states...
by Brittany Harrison | Sep 22, 2016 | Students & Education
[-- Read Time: 2 mins --] When it comes to paying for college, relying on your savings just isn’t enough. According to Sallie Mae’s “How America Pays for College 2016”, only 12 percent of college expenses are covered by student income and savings. Needless...
by Edward Camp | Feb 22, 2016 | Credit Cards & Credit Scores, Debt Management, Family, General Discussion, Personal Finance, Saving Money, Students & Education
[-- Read Time: 4 mins --] Take a moment to reflect on all of the poor financial decisions you have made. Now, imagine your children making similar (or worse) mistakes. Scary picture, isn’t it? Even if you have managed your money wisely, there is always room for...