If you’ve exhausted scholarships, grants, and Federal Direct Loans to cover college costs and are still left with funding gaps, you might be considering Federal Direct PLUS or private student loans. There are some key differences between the two loan types that are important to understand. What to Know About PLUS Loans First, let’s go over some … [Read more...]
Federal Direct PLUS vs. Private Loans
Tough Times Lead to Increasing Scams
Studies show that increasing financial pressures are directly tied to an increase in fraud. You know the saying, “desperate times call for desperate measures” so would-be fraudsters are more inclined to take the risk and rationalize their bad behavior during tough times. Many economists predict a recession is coming in 2023 but no one knows when … [Read more...]
Used Autos Are a Great Option
It seems like finding a new vehicle at a reasonable price is nearly impossible. Because car manufacturers are catering to a full luxury market, new autos are downright expensive! Now’s a good time to consider the used car market, where prices are falling consistently from pandemic highs. Kelley Blue Book reports that the average price of used cars … [Read more...]