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College Students and Inflation: A Closer Look

BLOG | COLLEGE

2 min read | May 7, 2024

Inflation poses a significant challenge to college students, affecting their financial stability, mental health and academic performance. As students navigate these economic times, being proactive in managing finances and seeking support is critical.

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Career Guide: Part-Time to Full-Time

BLOG | CAREER

2 min read | September 19, 2024

Navigating the transition from part-time to full-time employee can come with many new life decisions. Consider how your new job will affect your life both at work and at home. Read our latest article to learn how you can make the adjustment work for you.

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Protecting Your Credit

BLOG | CREDIT

1 min read | September 17, 2024

A credit freeze is a tool that limits who has access to your credit report. It also makes it harder for new accounts or loans to be opened fraudulently. Read our new article to learn how to place a freeze on your credit report — and if it's right for you.

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Should You Invest or Pay Off Student Loan Debt?

BLOG | INVESTING

2 min read | September 12, 2024

Deciding whether to invest or pay off student loans depends on your financial goals. High-interest debt should be prioritized, but investing early can leverage compound interest in your favor. Balancing both, while maintaining an emergency fund, is ideal.

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Interviewing Potential Employers

BLOG | CAREER

2 min read | September 10, 2024

Knowing which questions to ask at the end of an interview may not come as easy as knowing which questions you’ll answer. This article will help new job seekers ask the questions they may want to ask a potential employer preparing for their first job.

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Career Development, You Hold the Keys

BLOG | CAREER

2 min read | September 3, 2024

Career development helps people in the workforce discover the strengths and skillsets that set them apart from their peers, increases motivation and productivity, and creates the foundation for longevity and retention.

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Student Loan Repayment: The SAVE Plan

BLOG | COLLEGE

2 min read | August 27, 2024

In August 2023, the Department of Education announced its new Income-Driven Repayment (IDR) Plan, the Saving on a Valuable Education (SAVE) Plan. Read our latest blog post to see if this could apply to your student loans.

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