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Jun 09, 2021 | Family

5 things your teen needs to know about her first “real” job

So your high schooler got a part-time job. Here’s how to have a conversation about what to expect.

The latest on tuition costs, bankruptcy, and why the world’s largest ETF depends on 11 millennials

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on the Capital One data breach, dodgy financial aid loopholes, and fake money experts

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on teacher lawsuits, debt-settlement scams, and getting kicked out of a bachelorette party

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The 30-day Budget-Living Bootcamp

All the life skills your kid needs before college.

The latest on for-profit school (de)regulation, equal pay for U.S. women’s soccer, and investing challenges for the blind and deaf

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Money 101 for college grads

The crash course you didn’t take in college.

How to get your first credit card

What to do if you keep hitting dead ends at the bank.

The latest on 401(k) expansion, resetting the health care debate, and rescuing low-income college students

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Trump higher ed plans include new cap on student loans and boosting for-profits

Will these proposed initiatives actually be good for students?

The dark side of over-the-top college acceptance celebrations

You don’t have to share everything on social media.

The latest on student loan forgiveness in court, college affordability and the 2020 Democrats, and millennial cancer survivors

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

“I’ll show you mine if you show me yours”: Millennial standup comic Maddy Smith on student debt

How do you make it as an artist when you’re starting out in the red?

The latest on canceling student debt, the gender gap’s costs, and how to KonMari your finances

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on tuition cuts, passive investing, and budgeting with beans

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on college dropouts, forced retirement, and how to curb overspending

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

How the world pays for college—and what they get

A round-the-world tour of higher education.

I was a teenage master chef

Finding the recipe for success with students at NYC’s Food & Finance High School

What does the future hold for a 7-year-old who’s earning $22 million unboxing toys?

Kids and money advice for parents of precocious multimillionaires.

Should I let my high school senior take a gap year before college?

Apply to colleges first, then plan your gap year.

The latest on preparing for maternity leave and microchip implants

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on finances while severely ill and full rides to college

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

3 new college finance studies point to 1 conclusion

661,000 high school grads who qualified for Pell Grants didn’t get them…because they didn’t fill out the FAFSA.

What you really think about college

Tuition fees are rising, but that doesn’t mean college isn’t worth it anymore.

The problem with financial aid award letters

We need more transparency.

The latest on avoiding ambulance fees, life after college, and overly generous parents

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

How to Have the Initial College Conversation with Your Kid

Starting the college conversation early can relieve a lot of the pressure your kid might be experiencing. Here’s my blueprint for a successful first college conversation.

How to Narrow Down a List of Schools Your Kid Loves—and You Can Afford

There are about 7,000 colleges and universities in the U.S. By the summer before your kid’s senior year, you should be shopping—and talking about what you’re looking for in a school.

What You Need to Know About College and Financial Aid

More than two-thirds of college students graduate with an average debt of $30,000. Here is how to maximize your financial aid and minimize your debt.

How to Choose a College That Makes You and Your Kid Happy

The finish line is in sight. You’ll have just a few weeks to figure out what college works best for you, your child, and your budget.

Making the Final Choice: Emelie & Maria's Story

A daughter and mom discuss the compromises involved when choosing between two New York schools.

Paying for College: Nikole & Regla's Story

A daughter and mom talk about how they paid for one of the priciest schools in the U.S. in the wake of the Great Recession.

Shopping for Schools: Cristella & Ismael's Story

A daughter and her dad, an immigrant from Mexico, reflect on looking at schools as a first-generation student.

Starting the Conversation: Julie & Perry's Story

A Portland, Oregon, mom and her 15-year-old son are talking about college for the first time.

How to help a high schooler apply for financial aid if their parents can’t (or won’t)

The financial aid process can be daunting, even more so if a student has to go it alone.

The latest on senior financial fraud and personal finance advice from Reddit

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Infographic: College Savings 101

Here’s the 411 on 529s.

How your college-bound kid should manage money on campus

When your kid goes to college, he’ll be responsible for managing money on his own for the first time.

When your teen is making real money

From young YouTube stars to teen models, high-earning kids flip the script on money conversations.

How to go to college for free—or close to it

Your kid can get an education with minimal student loans.

The latest on life after being broke, virtual college advisors, and an ex who tries to buy your cat

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Are training programs a substitute for college?

Here’s how one man became a software engineer…without a college degree.

The latest on financial literacy in schools and how women ended up with the most student debt

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Your kid wants to apply to art school? Time to toss the stereotypes

With the right plan, art school can be rewarding and, yes, financially viable.

The latest on the cost of raising a child, the CFPB, and why women hold more student debt

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on job scams, the pay gap, and what tax documents you can toss—and which to keep

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

This chart will get you talking about the rising cost of college and student debt

Three charts to get three generations talking about student debt.

How to start the paying for college conversation

The college talk should begin as early as ninth grade.

The latest on millennials, retirement saving, and work-life balance at your job

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on financial infidelity, retirement savings, and one woman’s money journey

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

How can I convince my friend to finish college?

A college degree has never been more essential to your future happiness and earnings.

The latest on for-profit schools, stolen passwords, and soft skills at work

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

3 smart questions NYC kids have about college

Talking to students at NYC’s Possibility Project about college affordability.

The latest on financial goals, 529s as baby gifts, and a father’s last money lesson

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on medical bills, financial aid, and your financial resolutions (remember those?)

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on Amazon Go, personal finance apps, and college bank cards

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on children’s health insurance, affordable housing, and rising credit card rates

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on the future U.S. workforce, Betsy DeVos, and how colleges can actually lower costs for students

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on financial resolutions, saving vs. investing, and talking about money

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Betsy DeVos proposes for-profit school protections that could gut “borrower defense”

The Department of Education takes another step toward stripping students of any defense against for-profit colleges.

The latest on money lessons for the new year, sky-high college application fees, and tax breaks for natural disasters

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on the financial future of millennials—and why some American children are still at risk of losing health insurance

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of personal finance reads.

The latest on how to hack the new tax plan, plus charity and mistakes when paying for college

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Should I talk my kid out of declaring a liberal arts major?

Is declaring a liberal arts major bad for your kid’s career?

How Betsy DeVos’s friendliness to for-profit schools stands to put a generation at risk

Under Betsy DeVos’s leadership, student loan borrowers lose—and for-profit schools win.

The latest on phantom debt, net neutrality’s impact on college costs, and how to handle the holidays after a layoff

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on identity theft, relationship finances, and how the GOP tax plan could hurt students

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on student loans, millennial money, and the war against college

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on tax reform, winning the lottery, and hidden costs for LGBTQ Americans

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

How the GOP tax reform bills will affect your bottom line

Separating fact from fiction in the House and Senate tax reform bills.

Infographic: How to prioritize your savings and debts

Confused about what your money priorities should be? My handy flowchart will help you figure out when to save and when to pay off debt.

The latest on money conversations, Medicaid, and the gig economy

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on leftover Halloween candy, financial heroes, and what Trump’s tax reform means for college students

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

Is college the only option after high school? We asked three generations

Generation Gap: People from three different generations talk about college expectations after high school.

The latest on sending grandkids to college, tiny homeownership, and financial literacy

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on student loans, sharing your salary, and planning for the unexpected

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on charitable millennials and financial aid for school

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

How do I talk to my teenager about paying for college?

We Need To Talk: Most kids expect their parents to pay for college—but most parents can’t afford all of it.

The latest on financial aid, bank promotions, and college

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

I put one kid through college. How do I tell his younger sister there won’t be as much money for her?

Hard Case: Life’s not always fair. Here’s how to explain that to your kid.

Infographic: How to pay for college

Not sure where to start navigating the world of financial aid? Here’s a step-by-step-guide to paying for college.

The latest on bankruptcy, millennial women, and a nationwide college crisis

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on charitable kids, money stress, and college tuition

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

I quit college—and it was my best money decision

My Financial Life: How dropping out of college (the first time around) was a good financial move for this woman.

What’s the money question that keeps you up at night?

Generation Gap: We asked people from three different generations what their biggest money questions are right now.

The latest on millennial money, free college, and financial advice for creatives

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

From base to campus: Financial tips for college-bound military families

From 529 plans and the GI Bill to the Yellow Ribbon Program and military scholarships, here's what you need to know.

The latest on shopping as a stay-at-home parent, broke dating, and more

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The latest on free college, saving money as a parent, and smart financial strategies

Financial Finds: A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

How do I talk to my roommate about sharing expenses?

Money conversations with your roommate can feel uncomfortable. Here’s how to navigate them.

The latest on credit card fees and how credit scores impact your love life

A weekly roundup of quick personal finance reads.

The best deal in college savings gets even better

Big improvements are coming to New York’s 529 plans. Hopefully the rest of the nation will follow suit.

Infographic: The soaring cost of college—and how we got here

The cost of college has increased drastically over the past generations.

Private student loans draw the most complaints

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) reveals the boggling number of complaints against private student loan servicers.

Support for college falls among Republicans

Here’s a key fact: A college graduate earns about $300,000 more over his or her lifetime than a person with no college degree.

Out today! The fourth edition of Get a Financial Life

My bestseller is all grown up and fully updated for today’s radically changed economy.

So your kid wants to be an entrepreneur? 4 reasons to think twice

Do you have what it takes to succeed as an entrepreneur? Here's why you shouldn't quit that day job just yet.

I teamed up with Khan Academy to give advice about paying back your student loans

If you've got questions about student loan repayment, don't worry. Here's a rundown of the best ways to repay.

Last-minute advice for parents paying for college

Paying for college can be a huge worry for parents.

Get your monthly payments under control: Income-driven repayment plans for your federal student loans

Grad with mounds of student loan debt? Beth explains how to avoid month-to-month aggravation.

Net price calculators: Will they help with your college search?

As of October 29, 2011 a federal mandate required all colleges and universities to post net price calculators on their websites.

Student loan borrowers: Help is on the way

What a good week for borrowers: First, President Obama announced new rules to help homeowners with underwater mortgages. And now, new changes that can help roughly 5.8 million people who have federal student loans.

10 money rules for college kids

By now you've passed your first exam, pulled a few all-nighters, and figured out where to go to hear free music. But freebies alone a college life does not make.

If you're looking for money for college…

I've been writing about paying for school for 20 years, and the guy who knows more big-picture info about college costs than anyone else: Mark Kantrowitz.

Jobs for the class of 2011?

Unemployment is still at 9%, and the papers are filled with stories about out-of-work young people. What's a brand-new college graduate to make of all this?

Advice for parents on paying for your kid's college

High school seniors across the country begin to receive their college acceptance letters this month, and many will be breathing a sigh of relief. Getting in is the hard part, right?

Finally, a look at the REAL cost of college

As a principal's daughter, I'm obsessed with the cost of college today. So naturally, I was fascinated by an article in The Chronicle of Higher Education: "Colleges Weigh How to Estimate Cost to Families."

Tiny Furniture: Funny because it's true

Friends keep telling me I need to see the movie Tiny Furniture because 1) it's funny and 2) it's on a fascinating topic: What happens when grown kids move back home.

Mal-employment on the rise

You've heard of unemployment and underemployment. Now say hello to "mal-employment," when college graduates with limited job prospects are forced to take work that doesn't require a college degree.

The new culprit on college campuses: Debit cards

College students, you have an admirer, and it's not the cutie in your philosophy class—it's credit and debit card issuers.

Is there ever a time to NOT save for college?

Thanks to the recession and the skyrocketing price of higher education, many families are forced to choose between socking away for their kids' college education and saving for retirement.

Understanding the perils of private student loans

If you're thinking about getting private student loans to pay for your education, please be careful. It's essentially like paying for college with a credit card. (And you know by now not to do that, right?)

Why you should never co-sign a credit card for your college kid

As August begins, parents start to plan the logistics of shipping their kids off to college. One question that often pops up: Should your child have a credit card?

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