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Interest Rate Basics When You Borrow Money


Today, because societies realize the value of investment for the future and for large public and private projects, lending has practical applications in every aspect of our modern world. Regardless of whether it’s for a credit card, loan, or line of credit, money lenders charge a price for allowing clients to borrow money and use their capital over a specific period of time.   Read More...

Debt Advice for Young Consumers


More than two-thirds of graduating students will have student loan debt. A decade ago, only half of all students had debt. With average student loans totaling almost $20,000, this debt can largely be contributed to the exorbitant rising cost of college. But, while student loans are sometimes necessary evils, some students are also graduating with at least $2,500 in credit card debt.   Read More...

Understanding the Real Value of a Dollar and Other Econ Matters


As a college student-or recent graduate-terms like inflation, gross domestic product and dollar value may sound like a bunch of mumbo jumbo, but, in reality, these somewhat daunting financial phrases affect you and your debt more than you might think.   Read More...

Tips for Managing College Student Credit Card Debt


It can be easy to preach about how to prevent credit card debt and the necessary evils of student loans, but it's incredibly difficult to manage debt once you've amassed it. Sometimes struggling with debt can be overwhelming, especially in this scary economy. So, what are ways to manage your debt, and perhaps even help reduce it?   Read More...

Bad Debt VS. Good Debt


Not all debt is created equal.  Debt can be a negative term that can send most students shivering with fear, but did you know that some debt is actually considered beneficial?   Read More...


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