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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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What Is the "Gig" Economy?

BLOG | CAREER

1 min read | February 20, 2025

Career choices are big decisions. What happens if you start a new career, and it just isn’t for you? While you consider your options, maybe the flexibility of a job in the gig economy is right for you.

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Budgeting Myths That May Be Holding You Back Financially

BLOG | BUDGETING

2 min read | February 18, 2025

Budgets are an essential tool in meeting your financial goals. Budgets have been said to be too restrictive, too difficult or there is no need for one. But if there is one thing you want control over, it’s your money.

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Responsible Spending: Student Loan Refunds

BLOG | COLLEGE

2 min read | February 13, 2025

You may receive a student loan refund if your total student loan amount is more than the cost of your tuition. This article reviews the options you have if you receive student loan refund money.

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Finances in the Gig Economy: Build Stability in Unpredictability

BLOG | BUDGETING

2 min read | February 11, 2025

Thriving in the gig economy means mastering your skills, diversifying income and planning for financial security. By treating your freelance career like a business, you can achieve long-term growth and success.

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Three Credit Mistakes

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2 min read | February 6, 2025

Building and maintaining a positive credit history is crucial to achieving financial stability. There are many misconceptions about how credit works, and these three common mistakes could end up costing you more money on your loans and credit cards. 

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The Impact of Credit on Job Prospects

BLOG | CREDIT

2 min read | February 4, 2025

Credit is an important part of financial wellness and part of our daily lives because of key areas it impacts such as renting potential and job prospects. This article will discuss how credit can impact job prospects and what you can do to prepare.

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While you may not need credit at your current stage, it’s important to begin building credit before you need it and it determines job prospects. One small step can be opening your first major credit card.

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