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Is “The College Experience” Worth the Price? It’s Debate Time…
Thu, 05/16/13 | 25 Comments
Is “The College Experience” Worth the Price? It’s Debate Time…

It was the first week of school, sophomore year of college. I’m sitting in a 300+ person lecture for a math course required for my business degree.
In walks the TA (teacher’s aide). And it’s his …

The Top 10 Cheapest Cities for New College Grads (& Everyone Else)
Wed, 05/15/13 | 12 Comments
The Top 10 Cheapest Cities for New College Grads (& Everyone Else)

Catering articles to the young professional audience is a big part of what 20somethingfinance is all about, of course. And what better way to do that than to highlight some of the cheapest cities that …

Where Should you Put Money Gifted to your Children?
Tue, 04/9/13 | 15 Comments
Where Should you Put Money Gifted to your Children?

A friend of mine recently asked me a great question that I’m guessing many parents run in to:
“What should you do with the money you receive for your child’s birthday or other special occasion? Currently …

Coverdell Education Savings Account Overview & Comparison to 529 Plans
Mon, 04/1/13 | 2 Comments
Coverdell Education Savings Account Overview & Comparison to 529 Plans

For those looking for a place to save for your child’s future or find a place to park gifts from others, we’ve covered a number of options, from 529 plans, to custodial IRA’s, and UGMA/UTMA …

529 Plan Overview: Are they the Answer to Rising Tuition Inflation?
Mon, 02/25/13 | 17 Comments
529 Plan Overview: Are they the Answer to Rising Tuition Inflation?

One of the most requested posts I have received since starting this blog is to cover 529 plans. Why? My take is that many readers of this site are having children for the first time …

New Federal “Pay As You Earn” Student Loan Repayment Plan Now Available
Wed, 01/23/13 | 21 Comments
New Federal “Pay As You Earn” Student Loan Repayment Plan Now Available

Towards the end of December, a new federal Pay As You Earn repayment plan for student loans became available.
If you’ve taken out a federal direct student loan within the last few years, you may be …


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