Student loan relief: an overview

A lot has been written about student loan relief. Much of it has been unevenly covered, and there is a lot misinformation out there. This post is meant to be a definitive account of what’s true and accurate.

Meet CommonBond’s 2019 MBA Scholarship Winner!

The 2018 CommonBond Social Impact Award Winner is committed to closing the gender wage gap

The statistics about the gender wage gap in the US are as familiar as they are infuriating, which spurred Jordan Sale to create 81cents, a platform designed to inform women about average salaries in their fields and help them advocate for themselves as they pursue fair wages.

10 must-visit destinations to inspire your next MBA trip

CommonBond surveyed over 1,000 MBA students on where they are excited to travel to next. Their responses might just inspire your next trip.

When Should I Get My MBA?

Is there a perfect age to head to b-school?

How Top MBAs Aced Their B-School Essays

Applying to business school can be an exciting yet stressful time. To help get you started, here’s some advice from MBAs who’ve been in your shoes and made it through with acceptance letters in hand. ‍

How smart parents manage their kids’ student debt – while paying back their own loans

Many baby boomers and Generation Xers are finding themselves in a position where they have to take on student debt. Here are some tips to help parents like you pay down both your and your children's student loans while still prioritizing and meeting other financial goals.

Multiple kids in college: How this family did it

The Rogers family is a tight-knit group, with three boys close in age. See how winning a $10k CommonBond scholarship helped them pay for college.

What you should know about your FICO Score

You have big plans for your future, and we want to help you make the most of it. High credit scores can translate into better rates on your student loans, auto loans, mortgages and credit cards. Read on to learn about some key concepts and get tips to improve your score.

Is now the right time to buy a home?

After being cooped up for months, many people, especially those in compact, urban situations, are asking themselves if it’s time to invest in a larger living space. While there are obstacles for potential homebuyers right now – the job market, the economy, the pandemic, and stude

4 smart money moves for your student loan payments

A quick recap: the majority of federal student loans are automatically in forbearance until Dec. 31, 2020, with 0% interest and no penalties to borrowers (If you’re unsure about the status of your loans, use our tool to learn more).

How to decide if you should refinance your student loans right now

The current economic climate feels uncertain and confusing for many of us. If you are unsure about whether or not to refinance your student loan right now, we’re here to bring some clarity.