Posts Tagged - 'student loans'

A Mission Statement for Your Finances? Absolutely!

April 10, 2013, by Beth May

A mission statement for your personal finances? Of course – and include the kids. It’s never too early to begin educating them.

New Stats on How College Students See Credit

February 6, 2013, by Jon Dell

76% of college students have no idea what happens if they make a late payment on their credit cards. This, along with new revelations, paints dire picture.

Strange Bedfellows: Debt Collectors, Dept of Ed

January 16, 2013, by Antonio Bard

There are billions of dollars in student loans and CFPB wants to oversee it so that predatory debt collectors can be reined in.

New Debt Collector Targets: Student Loans

October 18, 2012, by Antonio Bard

Behind on your student loans? If you’re not already being hounded by debt collectors, you will be soon.

States’ AGs Oppose New Payday Loan Bill

October 17, 2012, by Evita Page

Payday loan companies could be getting a break from the federal government. States are worried a new law would ease the restrictions on these companies.

New Solutions for Student Loan Debt: Oldest Profession

September 19, 2012, by Antonio Bard

More than ever before, college students are going to great measures to avoid graduating with student loan and credit card debt. Here’s how they’re doing it.

What You Need to Know About Student Loans

September 18, 2012, by Evita Page

Student loans are in the crosshairs and the economy continues to struggle. Here’s the latest and what you need to know, especially if you’re a college student or the parent of one.

Slow Lending: Why is CFPB to Blame?

July 27, 2012, by Jon Dell

Republicans are upset with CFPB for not kick starting the slow lending pace in the U.S. The question is why – especially since it’s done more in the past year than most elected officials.