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See what lenders look for in a cosigner for private student loans.
CommonBond Staff
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July 26, 2021
Planning your budget and managing expenses can set you up for financial success during and after college.
July 19, 2021
This spring, CommonBond offered a $3,000 scholarship to students in military families to help defray the costs of college. We were thrilled to select our winner. Kendall Faison speaks highly of how his father’s military service has inspired him.
May 30, 2019
Even for the strongest Americans, paying for college can be hard. Here's a rundown of the types of aid, scholarships and grants available to family members of veterans.
Zina Kumok
April 24, 2019
Most of us think of summer as a time to chill out and relax, but for a lot of college students, the summer is an opportunity to ramp up their studies.
January 10, 2019
Figuring out how to pay for college can cause some headaches. One of the best ways to get started is by completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Kat Tretina
October 16, 2019
Most students today need loans to finance their college educations, and it’s important to know what loan programs are available to you and the benefits they offer in the long run.
Halona Black
December 7, 2018
It’s good to know that while your life may change, there will always be resources available to help you manage your federal student loan payments.
November 30, 2018
As of October 1, the FAFSA for the 2019-2020 school year is now open. Although the government made changes to the FAFSA that make filling it out easier than ever, it can still be helpful to have extra information, especially when it comes to tax issues.
November 20, 2018
If you’re currently repaying student loans your parents cosigned, chances are you want to do everything possible to maintain their good credit standing. Here’s what you need to take into account and how you can protect them.
November 19, 2018
The Harrisons can rest a little easier now… and more importantly, they’ve learned a lot about paying for college.
Scott Fried
November 6, 2018
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
March 7, 2019
It’s that time of year. No, we’re not talking about the leaves changing or pumpkin spiced lattes—it’s time to fill out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
Jordi Lippe-McGraw
October 18, 2018
Is your dream school expensive? That doesn’t mean you can’t go—you may receive aid that will make it possible. But planning out your college list with finances in mind will give you more options when you ultimately decide where to go.
October 17, 2018
Here's how you can save yourself money in the long run by starting to make student loan payments early.
Amy Fontinelle
As freshman year rolls on, here are some tips on how to make the most of it.
October 15, 2018
Here's how you can make applying for financial aid as easy and straightforward as possible.
Amanda Holden
October 11, 2018
Here's why the 2019-2020 FAFSA is easier to fill out than it's ever been before.
October 1, 2018
Here's what you need to have ready before you begin the cosigning process.
Eric Rosenberg
September 25, 2018
Here's what you need to be able to cosign for a student loan.
Teresa Ruiz Decker
August 3, 2018
When taking out a student loan with a creditworthy cosigner, an undergraduate or graduate student may feel like they're forever being tied at the hip with mom or dad. Cosigner release—a feature of CommonBond student loans—may alleviate that feeling.
Paige Northup
December 1, 2020
Not all college award letters are created equal. Learning how to read a school's award letter will enable you to understand each one that comes into your mailbox.
April 17, 2017
If you and your child have arrived at the second half of high school—congratulations! Now you've come to the tricky business of determining exactly how much to budget for the next phase of their life: college.
February 27, 2018
A guide to the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), including what it is, how to fill it out, and how it can help any incoming college student.
March 6, 2018
A comprehensive guide to determining which kind of loans to take out for school.
April 4, 2018
Before borrowing money, it's important to research other possible options.
April 6, 2018
Everything you need to know about how to get college and grad school scholarships.
Lindsay VanSomeren
April 20, 2018
Here's how to prepare for May 1, National College Decision Day.
April 27, 2018
Here's what you need to do before meeting with your financial aid counselor.
May 10, 2018
Here are five web tools for determining exactly how much money you'll need for college.
June 6, 2018
Here's how to earn credits quickly and graduate from college early in order to save money.
June 20, 2018
Here are four steps to follow to make sure you're ready for college.
June 27, 2018
Here's the truth behind three common misconceptions about student loans.
Jessie Taylor
July 2, 2018
At CommonBond, helping you pay for school is our top priority, so we've put together a list of five avenues to explore that can help support the cost of your education.
July 9, 2018
A full primer for the Federal Work-Study Program.
July 17, 2018
Here are six common money mistakes to avoid when you start college.
UNiDAYS
July 26, 2018
Here are four of the most common myths about cosigning for student loans.
July 30, 2018