Investments

How To Avoid College Scholarship Mistakes When You Apply

College scholarships are one of the best ways to pay for school, but these common scholarship mistakes are costing students thousands of dollars.There...

A guide to solo 401(k)s for self-employed individuals

If you work as a freelancer, solo-consultant, or individual small business owner, you’ve likely wondered: How should I save for retirement? Wonder no more,...

What Families Should Do With Leftover 529 Plan Money

Key PointsLeftover 529 funds can be redirected toward further education, student loans, or retirement savings without incurring penalties in many cases.New federal rules...

Student Loan IDR Backlog Drops Below 1.1 Million

Key PointsThe Department of Education processed more than 305,000 income-driven repayment (IDR) applications in August, reducing the backlog to just over 1 million.Public...