Today’s top story: 7 kinds of COVID-19 relief for college students. Also in the news: Why rich students get more financial aid than poor ones, a new episode of the SmartMoney podcast on Student Loans and the stimulus package, and what it means to be furloughed.
7 Kinds of COVID-19 Relief for College Students
From relief checks to Pell Grants.
Why Rich Students Get More Financial Aid Than Poor Ones
Accomplishments vs need.
SmartMoney Podcast: ‘Will the Coronavirus Stimulus Package Help Me With My Student Loans?’
Hitting the pause button.
What Does It Mean to Be Furloughed?
What to do when your workplace closes temporarily.
Today’s top story: The silliness of using airline miles to go to Europe. Also in the news: Black Friday is now a season, students who don’t fill out FAFSA are missing out on their share of billions in financial aid, and why you should leave your high-yield savings account alone.
Today’s top story: Be first in line for college aid by filing the FAFSA now. Also in the news: What to expect when requesting a credit line increase, four ways to supplement your college financial aid, and preparing your finances for the holidays.
Today’s top story: Hard-won tips from borrowers who got student loan forgiveness. Also in the news: Steering your upside-down car loan back to safety, FAFSA mistakes that can negatively affect your financial aid, and what to do first with an inheritance.
Today’s top story: 5 credit card changes coming soon. Also in the news: 4 ways to pay for college if your financial aid isn’t enough, the best credit cards for recent college grads, and the decline in house flipping profitability.