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The debt snowball and debt avalanche are two of the most popular methods for paying off debt.When you first start paying off debt, the most important thing is to have a plan. Without a plan, paying off debt can seem like a daunting task, which will quickly deflate any motivation ...  Show more

It’s that time of year when we look back on what we have and haven’t accomplished and decide what to tackle in the second half of the year. Even though we're in extraordinary times, most people will still have getting out of debt and building wealth as top goals.If eliminating so ...  Show more

Explore FAFSA’s impact on college finances, including changes to the application process and shifts in aid eligibility. How do changes to FAFSA affect your eligibility for federal student loans and need-based grants? What’s the best way to navigate the recent rollout amid technic ...  Show more

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid opens to potential college students to fill out on Oct. 1 for the 2022-2023 school year. Here's how to fill out the form to get money for college — and why you should apply now instead of waiting. Learn more about sponsor message choic ...  Show more

The three-year federal pause on student loans is expiring soon. If your financial circumstances have changed, or you just need an explanation of the many payment plans out there, here's a refresher course on how to pay off your student debt. Learn more about sponsor message choic ...  Show more

Wie finanzieren die Studenten in Deutschland ihr Studium? Kann man nur vom BAFÖG leben, oder ist man auf eine weitere finanzielle Unterstützung angewiesen? Was macht ein Werkstudent? Wer bekommt ein Stipendium? Studenten erzählen von ihren Erfahrungen.