For new college graduates, receiving that first post-degree paycheck can be almost as exciting as getting the diploma itself. But it also presents a challenge: Given the many demands on a young person’s budget, how should those funds be managed? We asked five money experts to share their ...
Starting out life as a college graduate can feel overwhelming, especially when it comes to managing finances. Our "Financial Tips for College Grads" video template is designed to help recent graduates achieve financial independence and stability by provi
For millions of young prodigies, it’s graduation season. But before they spread their wings and leave the nest, how will they afford it? Our roundtable tackles this timely topic of how recent college graduates can best get a head start on adulting. We’re happy to welcome our special ...
Learning how to handle money wisely may be a challenge for some new graduates. The best advice I can give you about becoming financially responsible is very simple: Never get caught without anemergency fund. Start building up a reserve fund of at least a few thousand dollars right away so y...
Southern and Midwestern schools dominate when it comes to low tuition and fees for out-of-state students. Cole ClaybournOct. 21, 2024 See Average Student Loan Debt Change Many college graduates come out with tens of thousands of dollars in debt. Sarah Wood Oct. 21, 2024 2024 Student Loan ...
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The article offers tips for graduating college students on how to lower their debt from student loans. The author advises students with loans at 2.8% interest to put their money in money-market accounts as they pay around 5%. It says that Student Loan Marketing Association (Sallie Mae) has ...
Many recent college graduates are finding it difficult to find jobs that pay enough to allow them to pay their student loans. If you are looking for advice about loan deferment, loan forgiveness, or loan consolidation, check out some of our tips.Other...
Many college graduates come out with tens of thousands of dollars in debt. Sarah Wood Oct. 21, 2024 2024 Student Loan Repayment Survey Missed student loan payments will soon begin showing up on borrowers' credit reports for the first time since March 2020, but many aren't aware of this imp...
Join CMU alumnus Scott Beasley (CFA 2010) as he shares tips relevant to alumni who graduated from college in the last 10 years. About the Speaker: Scott Beasley is a financial advisor who works for Northwestern Mutual. He has obtained many licenses and certifications ...