Even with recent rate cuts and the “vibecession” or negative sentiments about the economy beginning to wane, many young adults still have a tough road ahead financially. With the average cost of a private, four-year [...]
The Federal Reserve announced a much-anticipated 0.5% interest rate decrease on September 18, 2024 – the first decrease since March 2020. Lower interest rates certainly sound positive, but what does the drop actually mean for [...]
Previous SAVE participants have been placed into forbearance – meaning they are not required to make payments and interest is not accruing on their loans – until further notice, following summer court rulings. This time will not [...]
Credit unions were founded to provide solutions for unmet financial needs within their communities, so it’s no surprise that more than 700 credit unions nationwide now offer some sort of education lending product. As [...]
Congratulations on deciding to pursue a business degree! The world of business offers a wide variety of career paths and the potential to make a real difference. However, the cost of a business degree can [...]
As a college student, understanding the intricacies of credit is an essential step towards financial independence. Credit scores, a significant component of credit, have the potential to affect various opportunities in your life, including future [...]
Thank you for tuning in to The CUInsight Network, with your host, Lauren Culp, President & CEO of CUInsight. In The CUInsight Network, we take a deeper dive with the thought leaders who support the [...]
Classes at most colleges and universities begin in just a few weeks. Tuition bills for fall semester are usually sent electronically in June or July, and payments are typically due in August. However, delays in [...]
Delays in this year’s FAFSA and financial aid process have left many families scrambling to find last-minute funding after reviewing financial aid award letters. Now tuition bills are due, and after scholarships, grants, and [...]
If you’re thinking about going back to school for an advanced degree, you may be concerned with two main factors—first, how to finance it; and second, how to balance classes with work, family, [...]
Finding new ways to connect with young adults is critical for the future of credit unions. This industry need has been clear for some time, but the path to do so remains unclear for many. [...]
Graduate education is an important investment in your future, but financing it is a challenge that can feel overwhelming on top of your already busy schedule. The current economic climate, marked by rising tuition costs [...]
Getting ready to head off to college is an exciting time – so exciting that you may be focused more on furnishing your dorm room than on paying your first tuition bill. Most colleges send bills [...]
Financing graduate education is an essential step toward achieving your highest professional aspirations. With the current economic climate adding pressure, identifying the best graduate student loans to pursue can make or break your educational journey. [...]
In a perfect world, a family’s college costs would be covered completely by their savings and “free” financial aid such as scholarships and grants. However, the rising costs of higher education, along with countless [...]
