Financial and General College Advice for Students and Families
College students face a lot of difficult financial decisions when it comes to managing money. As young people, they have to pay for college, pay rent, earn some pocket change, and get an education all at the same time. That’s a herculean task, so it’s not surprising that many college students end up making some … Read more 6 Common Financial Mistakes College Students Make and How to Avoid Them
Have you ever wondered why it’s so easy to get a credit card in college? Credit card companies LOVE college students. And the numbers suggest that college students love to use their credit cards. Graduates face an average of $3,000 in credit card debt when they leave school. Why is it so easy for college … Read more The Dirty Secret of Student Credit Cards
College is a great time to get your first credit card. It’s relatively easy to get a credit card while you’re in school, even if you have little or no prior credit history. If you manage your card wisely and keep your spending under control, you can learn the basics of finance while avoiding debt … Read more Seven Important Things to Consider When You Apply for a Credit Card
If you talk to anyone about college, you’ll probably hear some credit horror stories. If you ask your elders, they’ll probably say that credit is insanely important. If you talk to the credit card companies, they’ll probably tell you to get as many credit cards as possible. However, credit cards can be a good thing … Read more A User’s Guide to Selecting a College Credit Card