Still not sure about getting your first credit card? College is a great time to start building your credit. Your credit score will be used to judge your financial responsibility when applying for student loans, bank accounts, or the first car you purchase on your own. By getting a credit card while in college means …
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How to Lower the Cost of College Education with Fee Waivers
Last updated by College Raptor StaffMay 14, 2019
Getting a college education is expensive and that starts right at the application stage. If you are looking at ways to lower your overall cost of college education (and you should be), start today by exploring ways to minimize your college app fees. Narrow Down Your College Choices It’s tempting to want to apply to as …
Which 529 College Savings Plan Is Right for My Family?
Last updated by College Raptor StaffMay 20, 2019
Everyone needs a little help when it comes to saving money and planning ahead for college. With tuition costs and student debt increasing every year, it may feel daunting. But don’t give up hope. If you’ve ever wondered which college savings plan is right for your family and you, then you’ve come to the right …
From Dependent to Independent: Filing Taxes for the First Time
Last updated by Becky RetherfordMay 3, 2019
If you’re filing taxes for the first time, you might not know how to feel about it. Some people are excited, because they know a tax refund is waiting. Others are worried they’ll be audited or have to pay a tax bill. Here are some need-to-know tax facts to help you understand the process and …
Ways To Save Money In The College Search Process
Last updated by College Raptor StaffMay 16, 2019
The one mistake many families make is budgeting for college is overlooking how much they spend even before their student leaves high school. And it’s not just the applications that cost. Families spend a substantial amount on the college search process itself. Here are some ways you can save money on the college search process. …
How Can I Stick To A Personal Budget In College?
Last updated by College Raptor StaffMay 2, 2019
One of the most important (and scariest) things you may experience as a college student is sticking to a budget. It doesn’t sound like much fun, but unless you happen to be independently wealthy, sticking to a budget is something you will have to get used to while you are in college. As an added …
What is the Coverdell ESA College Savings Plan?
Last updated by College Raptor StaffMay 2, 2019
The Coverdell ESA Plan is an excellent option for family members who are looking for ways to save for a child’s college education. It works as a long-term investment, where you put some money away every year towards your designated beneficiary’s education. Benefits of the Coverdell ESA Plan The Coverdell ESA (Education Savings Account) Plan …
Three Ways to Generate Passive Income for Students
Last updated by Eugene KalnykMay 3, 2019
College life is not always a super affordable one, in fact, it is one of the more taxing periods of time in a young adult’s life. Tuition, housing, expenses, additional activities, the costs keep piling up and piling up. Because of the high tuition prices and general expenses, banks have been offering student loans to …
5 Financial Apps All College Students Should Know About
Last updated by College Raptor StaffMay 3, 2019
Most teenagers get their first experience with handling their own finances in college. If you have never handled money before, this can be a reality check as you realize you can no longer depend on your parents for pocket money or planning expenses. Fortunately, technology has made this transition easier with several apps to help …
How Students Can Help Their Parents Pay For College
Last updated by College Raptor StaffMay 3, 2019
Saving up for their child’s education is one of the biggest stressors for parents in the U.S. It comes a close second to saving up to buy their own home. Unfortunately, despite saving as much as they can, many parents cannot afford to fund their child’s education from their own private funds, and taking loans …
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