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Start Saving for Your Child’s College Education Now with a 529 Plan!

You might not have college on the brain if your child is only a few months or years old, but it's never too early to start thinking about the cost of their higher education. Start saving now and you'll lessen the financial stress and last-minute scrambling that could come when your son or daughter excitedly rips open an acceptance letter to their (very expensive) school of choice.

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College & Trade School Preparation

Do I Need a Cosigner for My Student Loan?

Chances are, you've heard about "cosigners" on loans before. Now that you're faced with making decisions related to student loans, you might be wondering whether or not you'll require a cosigner. Here's a look at when you may or may not need one.

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Student Loans

3 Questions to Ask Yourself to Help You Choose a College Major

There are some extensive guides to choosing a college major – shelves of books, Google’s 2.1 billion search results, and for-hire counselors all provide unique methods. We’ve even got other blog posts on the topic!

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College & Trade School Preparation

How to Graduate Without Student Loans

Once upon a time, college graduates could say, “I paid for college by working and didn't need student loans.” Is this still a possibility?

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College & Trade School Preparation

Celebrating Spring: 10 Budget-Friendly Activities the Whole Family Will Love

After what feels like the longest Midwest winter we've had in ages, the sun, the birds, the blossoms, and the warmer temperatures are finally coming back! Chances are, you're not the only one who has been struggling with a bad case of cabin fever over the past few months. Now that it's safe to fling the doors and windows open and ditch the winter coats, celebrate the new season by getting your family outside to soak up the rays and burn off some energy, without burning through your budget!

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Personal Finance

12 Secretly Healthy & Budget-Friendly Snacks Your Kids Will Love

Whether your kids need an energy boost in their school lunch or something to tide them over until dinner, here are 12 secretly healthy (so tasty, they'll never guess) snacks you can make ahead of time to save a little money and keep your kiddos satisfied!

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Personal Finance

3Rivers is Here to Help You File Your FAFSA!

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is consistently the first option for funding college. Universities look at FASFA data when awarding scholarships and other financial aid, and a completed FAFSA opens this door.

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College & Trade School Preparation