Education

Go to college without majoring in stress

Go to college without majoring in stress

Young adults going off to college are particularly vulnerable to stress and anxiety. College students must handle a big life change, more homework and tests than ever before, brand-new social situations, living away from home for perhaps the first time, and—on top of...
Refinancing vs. consolidating student loans

Refinancing vs. consolidating student loans

If you’re wondering whether refinancing and consolidation are the same thing, the answer is no—but they are both good ways to efficiently manage student loan debt. Refinancing is taking all your student loan debt, private and federal, and replacing that existing debt...
Alternatives to student loan refinancing

Alternatives to student loan refinancing

 Refinancing student loans isn’t an option for everyone. In some cases, you might not meet the strict eligibility requirements. In other cases, you may wish to keep your loans where they are. Even if you can’t refinance, you still have options available to help...
Refinancing student loan debt: Is it worth it?

Refinancing student loan debt: Is it worth it?

Another month. Another payment. Paying that high monthly student loan installment can get old — quickly. If you’re thinking about refinancing your student loan debt, you’ll want to carefully weigh the pros and cons. Pros Here are three key benefits to refinancing...
Can refinancing student loans affect your credit?

Can refinancing student loans affect your credit?

If you’ve been paying on your student loans for a while, you’ve probably wondered whether you should refinance. You’ve likely heard the pros: It’s a great way to consolidate and manage your student loan debt. And you might get a lower interest rate and pay off the...