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July 18, 2022
Comparing the Pros and Cons of a 529 Plan

Is it a good idea to open a 529 account to fund your child's education? Discover some pros and cons of a 529 plan to see if it's right for your family.

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July 15, 2022
10 Saving for College Tips for Parents (And What to Avoid)

Trying to save up for your child’s future education? Our experts share their top 10 penny-pinching tips—and what to avoid—when saving for college.

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July 14, 2022
How to Transfer Colleges and Transfer Credits

Transferring colleges or universities isn't the same as applying to college the first time. Here's what it takes to transfer colleges and transfer credits.

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July 13, 2022
How to Send Transcripts to College: A Step-By-Step Guide

Colleges need an official copy of your transcript. Here's how to request your transcript and what it includes.

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June 23, 2022
Uniform Gifts to Minors Act: Pros & Cons of Custodial Accounts

One method of funding a child’s college education is taking advantage of the Uniform Gifts to Minors Act. The UGMA option, as well as UTMA accounts, are among the most traditional savings strategies. Like any other strategy, however, both come with some pros and cons.

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June 21, 2022
10 Minority Scholarships to Apply for This Academic Year

The college applications are in, you’ve completed the FAFSA, and you’ve applied for the NC Assist Loan. But, there’s still more you can do to get ready for college. Scholarships are a great way to get extra money for college, and there are scholarships available for everyone.

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June 20, 2022
MBA Student Loans: How to Fund Your Master's Degree

The process of securing loans to pay for and earn a Masters of Business Administration, or MBA student loans, is much like the process of securing undergraduate student loans. The good news is MBA students often have more funding options available to them.

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June 1, 2022
How to Open a 529 Account in North Carolina

Opening a 529 education savings account is an effective way to save for your student’s college and K–12 education. The investments you make now into your child’s 529 plan can grow over time, helping your family pay for the educational opportunities that await your child. Let’s explore how to open a 529 account in North Carolina and how to plan to contribute over time.

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June 1, 2022
Money Management for Teens: How to Be Prepared for College

It’s never too early or too late to engage teens in productive money management. Teaching and modeling good stewardship of money can give younger folks a solid foundation, a sense of empowerment, and habits for success that last a lifetime. Setting teens up on a money managing path can begin with just a few basics.

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June 1, 2022
Why Go to College? 7 Benefits of Higher Education

While there's no doubt that higher education has many benefits, everyone has different reasons why they choose to attend college. Check out these seven benefits of higher education to answer the question of, “Why go to college?”