Archive for March, 2010

Avoiding the Debt Trap During College

Thursday, March 11th, 2010

My cousin just finished her first semester at a large law school in Washington, D.C. Before our holiday dinner, she remarked, "You know, I'll have $200,000 in student debt by the time I'm done with my JD."And, she's not alone.According to a 2005 survey by The College Board titled, "Trends ...

College Loan Consolidation Services

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

The cost involving in the university degree courses in colleges is the main reason for college loan consolidation services, increased demand. In United States the costs in private institutions got rose, henceforth spurring demand. Now the students have to accumulate immense debts, if they have to pursue for school graduation ...

Is grace period different from billing period?

Friday, March 5th, 2010

I'm thinking about opening a student credit card. (please no answers on how I shouldn't get one) and I am reading over the terms and conditions. It states that the grace period for the Citi Student card is 20 days. Does that mean that I get my bill after 20days? ...

Student Debt Consolidation Guide

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

As every student needs to pull their way through college or university, finances always become an issue. With the many loans offered today, students have no problem scraping for cash for their education. If you've just graduated and have got loans to pay back, there are a couple of things ...

Capital one credit card question?

Thursday, March 4th, 2010

I own a student credit card and have a question. I'm close to hitting my $300 limit for my credit card. If I use it and go over will I be charged a fee each time I go over the limit or just once?

credit card for daughter?

Monday, March 1st, 2010

Ok i need to know what would be the best way to help my daughter build her credit up. she is a fulltime college student with no income.she has a bank account to which i transfer money into every 2 weeks,so would it be better for her to try and apply ...