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  Podcast: What's a Credit Report Anyway?

  Aug 9, 2023 12:00 pm19 views

  In episode 67 of Making Cents of Money, What's a Credit Report Anyway?, Nikki and Andrea discuss what's in your credit reports and how to get them at AnnualCreditReport.com.

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  Setting Goals for Your Well-being

  Nov 6, 2020 9:00 am3964 views

  Explore how Maslow's hierarchy of needs and the dimensions of well-being can help you set, prioritize, and manage your SMART goals.

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  Student Loan Management - Get Savvy Webinar Recording

  May 3, 2023 1:00 pm1 views

  Explore methods of student loan management by watching this webinar recording from May 3, 2023.

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  Student Loan Repayment - Get Savvy Webinar Recording

  Apr 14, 2021 1:00 pm10 views

  There are 8 repayment plans for federal student loans, 10 federal student loan servicers, and an abundance of terms, tools, and tips to remember to manage federal, institutional, and private student loans. Watch our Student Loan Repayment webinar recording to learn about your options as a borrower.

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  Student Loans Webinar #1 Recording: Logging into FSA to Update Contact Info

  Jul 14, 2023 1:00 pm1 views

  We discussed many aspects of returning to repayment during this webinar, but the primary action item we focused on was updating your contact info in your FSA account.

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  Student Loans Webinar #2 Recording: Explore Repayment Plans with the Loan Simulator

  Aug 18, 2023 1:00 pm4 views

  We explained the many repayment plan options available for federal loans, but the primary action item we wanted you to focus on was using the Loan Simulator to explore repayment plan eligibility.  

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  Student Loans Webinar #3 Recording: Review Consolidation or Refinancing

  Sep 15, 2023 1:00 pm2 views

  We discussed interest and the differences between consolidating and refinancing your student loans. Carefully consider the consequences of using a private refinance loan to pay off federal student loans.

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  Student Loans Webinar #4 Recording: Know Options if You Can't Pay

  Oct 20, 2023 1:00 pm2 views

  We focused on what your options are if you can't make a payment, including the differences between deferment and forbearance. 

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  Student Loans Webinar #5 Recording: Fresh Start & On-Ramp to Repayment

  Nov 17, 2023 1:00 pm4 views

  We discussed both the On-Ramp to Repayment and the Fresh Start Program during this webinar. If you had loans previously in Default, the Fresh Start program may be a good program for you. 

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  Student Loans Webinar #6 Recording: Managing PLUS Loans

  Dec 15, 2023 1:00 pm2 views

  We explored the unique features of Direct Parent PLUS loans and Graduate PLUS loans. Direct Parent PLUS loans have more unique repayment considerations than all other types of Direct Loans.

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  Student Loans Webinar #7 Recording: Public Service Loan Forgiveness

  Jan 19, 2024 1:00 pm3 views

  Learn if you can qualify for PSLF as a federal student loan borrower working in public service.

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  Student Loans Webinar #8 Recording: Different Types of Student Loans

  Feb 16, 2024 1:00 pm7 views

  It's important to know the types of loans that you have in order to understand your repayment and other student loan management options.

• Things to Keep in Mind with Financial Aid Offers

  Jun 25, 2024 8:00 am23 views

  Financial Aid Notifications or Award Letters can be difficult to compare. Read about what to keep in mind while reviewing them and learn about the CFPB's tool to compare them when planning out how to fund your degree.

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  Understand Your Refund - Fall 2020

  Aug 28, 2020 1:00 pm719 views

  Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund.

  Learn how to avoid being one of them.

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  Understand Your Refund - Fall 2021

  Sep 1, 2021 1:00 pm1115 views

  Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them.

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  Understand Your Refund - Fall 2022

  Sep 1, 2022 1:00 pm224 views

  Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them.

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  Understand Your Refund - Fall 2023

  Sep 1, 2023 1:00 pm125 views

  Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them.

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  Understand Your Refund - Spring 2021

  Jan 28, 2021 3:30 pm278 views

  Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them.

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  Understand Your Refund - Spring 2022

  Feb 1, 2022 1:00 pm44 views

  Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them.

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  Understand Your Refund - Spring 2023

  Feb 1, 2023 1:00 pm166 views

  Hundreds of students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn how to avoid being one of them.

• Understand Your Refund - Spring 2024

  Feb 1, 2024 7:00 am97 views

  Many students end up unable to register every semester because they owe money back to the university, even after receiving a refund. Learn answers to frequently asked questions about refunds.

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  Webinar Recording: Cash at College

  Aug 16, 2023 1:00 pm1 views

  Discover how spending, saving, and student loans impact your college experience.