Incoming Freshman are generally ill-equipped to handle their own finances. Find out how to save wisely in college, and successfully implement a budget you can stick with.
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Posted: 7/12/10
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The American Opportunity Credit is designed to help parents and students pay part of the cost of the first four years of college. The new credit modifies the existing Hope Credit for tax years 2009 and 2010, making it available to a broader range of taxpayers, including many with higher incomes and those who owe no tax. It also adds required course materials to the list of qualifying expenses and allows the credit to be claimed for four post-secondary education years instead of two.
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Posted: 7/28/09
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Every student needs to take a close look at how they manage their finances. All too often students fall into trouble with credit cards or even debit cards.
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Posted: 6/9/09
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Congratulations, you've decided to go to college! You've dealt with the applications. You've applied for financial aid. Now, how are you going to pay for everything else? Whether you're just looking for some extra pocket change or a way to afford for your room and board, we've put together the best ideas for students on every kind of budget.
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Posted: 12/10/08
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