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Debt

Ways to Manage Student Loan Debt

There are steps you can take to get control of your student loan debt so it doesn't interfere with your other goals.
Before refinancing any student loan debt, weigh the pros and cons.
College

When It's OK Not to Save for College

Some alternatives may be better for you than contributing to your child's 529 plan.
As much as you may want to provide for your children, the reality is that few parents can cover the entire cost of college expenses.
Family

How to Care for Yourself as You Care for an Aging Parent

Your financial and emotional health are important as you try to help an ailing parent.
It's important to find ways to safeguard your financial and emotional health, and the health of your family, if you're providing care to an aging parent or another loved one.
College

How to Find Grant Money for College

Similar to scholarships, grants are another form of gift aid to help defray the cost of college.
The federal government is the largest provider of grants, but other sources of grant money include individual states, colleges, nonprofits and private organizations.
Budgeting

How to Do a Financial Checkup

Assess your financial wellness with this step-by-step guide.
Everyone has to make adjustments to their financial plan from time to time.
College

What Is the Best Way to Pay for College?

If your child's heart is set on college, you can find ways to make their education more affordable.
Before making a plan for college savings, it's important to get a sense of your child's goals.
Banking

How Mergers Can Drive a Better Banking Experience

Worried that your regular banking routine could be impacted by a merger or acquisition? Here's what to know.
With a merger or acquisition, a bank can expand its digital capabilities without having to build them from the ground up.
Home

Ensure a Smooth Home Renovation with Smart Budgeting

Establishing a budget—and sticking to it—is essential for any home renovation project.
One good way to estimate your home renovation budget is to base it on the total value of your home.
Investing

5 Things to Cover in a Midyear Financial Checkup

A checkup can help you stay on top of your financial situation and prepare you for any changes you need to make before the year ends.
Saving for important goals, such as retirement, is critical to your financial success.
Investing

New Investment Trends: Cryptocurrency, REITs and More

Learn more about alternative investment trends and styles before you consider investing in them.
Make sure you know what you're buying, when you're buying it and why you're buying it. What's your time horizon for this asset, and what's your willingness to deal with volatility?
Family

What To Do When Parents Get Sick

Taking these steps may help you provide them with the support they need.
Before you do anything else, it's important to get an understanding of their condition, prognosis and overall health status.
Home

A Handy Fall Home Maintenance Checklist to Help You Prepare for the Colder Season

Grab a pumpkin spice coffee and check out this handy fall home maintenance checklist.
With extreme weather events becoming more common, it's a good idea to make additional preparations for potentially severe situations.
Budgeting

Save with Last-Minute Travel Booking

If you're flexible, booking just-in-time flights can help cut the soaring cost of airfares.
If you're not entirely picky about where and when you want to travel, you could score big savings while also satisfying your wanderlust.
Family

School Shopping in the Midst of Inflation

Prices are rising, but you can reduce the cost of sending your kids back to school.
School supplies experienced a 2.56% price increase over the past year, while essentials like food, housing and auto sales are up by an average of 10%.
Insurance

Choosing the Right Type of Life Insurance for Your Family

When you have a family, you start thinking about the future in ways you might not have before.
Whole life insurance offers coverage for your entire lifetime, as long as the policy remains in force.
Retirement

Retirement Planning for Millennials

Saving for retirement while you're young can make a big difference in your financial comfort down the road.
Contributing to a retirement account early in your career can give your investments plenty of time to grow through the power of compound interest.

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