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5 Graduate Student Loan Myths - Debunked!

Whether you're taking out student loans for the first time or have taken them out before, odds are that you've heard a lot of fact and fiction about the process. Here are five of the most common misconceptions around graduate student loans.

CommonBond Staff

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July 12, 2019

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.

CommonBond Staff

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June 11, 2019

How much of my discretionary income should I put toward my student loans?

Living with student loan debt can feel overwhelming, but no debt is insurmountable if you know how to tackle it. If you have the right strategy and a positive attitude, you can find your way to a better financial future.

Zina Kumok

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January 10, 2019

4 steps to using a 529 plan to save for your child’s education

Your 529 plan is an investment account that gives you tax-free earnings growth and tax-free withdrawals when used to pay for qualified expenses related to education. This can include tuition, fees, books, supplies, equipment, computers, and room and board in some instances.

Halona Black

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November 15, 2018

Your ultimate college money checklist

Now that you're a full-fledged young adult, it's time to talk about money. And the sooner you start, the better off your finances will be. With spring semester right around the corner, here's our ultimate college money checklist.

Marianne Hayes

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March 7, 2019

5-point checklist to make any financial decision

One merit badge for adulting is financial responsibility. And if we learned anything growing up, to earn your badge the best bet is to “always be prepared.”

Andrew Shore

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October 22, 2018

5 ways to be a financially supportive parent (without going broke)

If you can’t afford brand-new cars, luxury vacations, or the latest iPhone, that doesn’t mean you’re not a great parent. Instead, focus on achievable ways you can help your child mature into a responsible adult.

Kat Tretina

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October 19, 2018

How This Couple Teamed Up To Pay Off $100k In Student Loans In 21 Months

CommonBond member Autumn shares her student debt payoff story.

Autumn L

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February 14, 2017

3 key money tips for new couples

Talking about money openly is just one part of the equation: Here are some tips for how to effectively deal with money if you're newlyweds.

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March 1, 2017

What millennials should know about saving for retirement

A look at tips from Roxana McKinney, a financial advisor with Strategies for Wealth, on how to uncover opportunities to save more for retirement—from CommonBond's "The Millennial's Guide to Retirement" event.

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November 29, 2017

5 ways to save for retirement while paying off your student loans

Five steps you can take now to close that retirement savings gap while paying off your student loans.

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February 2, 2016

Paying off student loans? Here's how to budget smarter

Here's how to start building a budget that will help you pay off your student loans.

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May 31, 2018

We asked the pros: What are your best money-saving tips?

Here are six money-saving tips from the experts.

Amanda Holden

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June 8, 2018

How This First Generation College Student Paid off $60K in Loans

CommonBond member Teresa Ruiz-Decker shares how she paid off $60,000 while getting married, having two children, and finding a home.

Teresa Ruiz Decker

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July 13, 2018

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