The opportunity to make money while we sleep is one few of us would turn down. And passive income, at face value, suggests we can do just that. Social media…
Author archives: Colin Beresford
Grads Left Behind $3.75B in Free College Aid in 2021, Study Says
High school graduates are forgoing free money for college by not submitting financial aid applications, according to a new analysis by the nonprofit National College Attainment Network. The Class of…
Transcript Gaps? A Strong College Application Remains Possible
Applying to college typically comes with some uncertainty, but this year’s applicants are tackling one additional question: What should you do when a pandemic has limited what goes into your…
For Young Adults, Building Credit Starts Now
Sooner than you may realize, your credit score will start to matter. A solid credit score can be the difference between qualifying for an apartment or a low-interest car loan…
Free Community College Is Dead — and Still Possible
Until late October, community college in the U.S. was the closest it’s ever been to becoming free for everyone nationwide. A $45.5 billion proposal for two years of free community…
The FAFSA, Your Ticket to Help Pay for College, Just Opened
October marks the open date for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA — and college-bound students should submit the application as so…
You Can Get Free Money for College — and Help Finding It
If you’re considering going to college this fall — or next — there is one way to ensure you’re considered for as much free money as possible: by submi…
U.S. Discharges Student Debt for Disability; Broad $10K Lags
The Department of Education announced Aug. 19 that it would automatically discharge federal student loans for 323,000 borrowers who qualify as totally…