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Private Student Loans That Go Directly to You: What to Know About Direct-to-Consumer Disbursement
Federal student loans—and most private student loans—don’t show up as one big check in the mail. Typically, borrowed funds go...
6-min read Income-Based Student Loans
Income-based repayment has only been available for federal loans—until now. Find out how private income-based student loans work, and if...
8-min read What Is a Home Equity Investment Loan? Pros, Cons, and How It Works
A home equity investment is a financing solution that allows homeowners to access the equity in their home without adding...
15-min read Does IRS Debt Go Away?
While IRS debt can eventually go away, it’s a long, costly road to get there. Here’s a look at when...
9-min read Precious Metals IRA: How It Works and How to Get Started
A precious metal IRA may help protect against rising inflation. But before investing, be sure you understand IRS rules for...
12-min read HomeFunds Review: California-Only HEA With Low Transparency
This HomeFunds review will help you decide if a home equity sharing agreement with HomeFunds is a good fit for...
7-min read College Ave vs. Ascent Student Loan Comparison
In this comparison, we’ll compare College Ave and Ascent private student loans and tell you which lender stood out in...
8-min read Supplemental Student Loans
There are two main kinds of supplemental student loans you can use. We explain the differences and similarities, below.
13-min read Sallie Mae vs. Ascent: Student Loan Comparison
In this comparison, we review loan terms, repayment options, and more to find out if Sallie Mae or Ascent is...
6-min read College Ave vs. Discover: Student Loan Comparison
There are several different factors to consider when deciding between College Ave and Discover. Find out which is best for...
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