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11 Free or Low Cost Mental Health Resources For College Students Or Recent Grads Nov 13, 2018

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Going through college is tough. It’s even worse when you have the burden of student loan debt, which a majority of college students do.

After graduation, the average student loan borrower faces a debt of over $39,000. When you’re trying to get through college, start your new adult life, and find a decent job, the stress of paying off student loans can be a lot to handle.

This stress can often lead to depression and, in some cases, suicidal thoughts.

RealtyShares Alternatives Nov 09, 2018

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Find Other Places To Invest Now That RealtyShares Is Closing

7 Alternatives To Owning A Car Nov 09, 2018

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You’re probably thinking, “Come on Robert. There is no way you can live without owning a car.”

And in many ways, you would be right. But did you know that I sold my car over a year ago and have been using alternatives since then!

However, it is completely possible to get around your city and get things done without owning a car.

And you will find that it saves you a ton of money. In fact, it is possible that you will save so much money, you may not want to go back to owning a car.

But don’t just take my word for it. Here are seven alternatives to owning a car that I know will get you excited to live the car-free life.

The 15 Best Side Hustles Nov 09, 2018

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It can be challenging to find a side hustle that's worthwhile. The best side hustles allow you to make the most money, while also balancing your time and growth potential.

Side hustling can allow you to earn that little bit of extra money that can help you achieve your financial goals faster - whether it's paying off student loans or saving for retirement. But finding the best side hustle can be tough - you don't want to waste your time or money - you want to start earning!

There are a lot of side hustle ideas out there (here's our list of 50+ Side Hustle Ideas). I'm a huge fan of earning more money, and I think everyone should have a side hustle. My goal today is to show you the best side hustles you can start AND why.

I have three main criteria for side hustles, which I talk about below.

Earning Potential
Scheduling
Growth

Each one of the ideas below strikes a good balance of these. Let's break it down.

The Ultimate Guide To Student Loan Disability Discharge Sep 28, 2018

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If you're totally and permanently disabled, you can qualify for student loan forgiveness.

When your student loans are discharged due to disability, you may be limited in whether you can work or go to school for a period of time. Otherwise, your student loans may be reinstated.

This can be an especially difficult issue to navigate if your loans are discharged while you're attending school, or plan to. And it can happen even if you never planned on asking for a disability discharge.

Here's what to know about disability discharge, and how to navigate your choices if your loans are automatically forgiven.

How To Say Motived When Making PSLF Payments Sep 26, 2018

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So how do people stay motivated or positive while working through 10 years of PSLF payments?

How To Watch Live Sports Online For Free Sep 24, 2018

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Discover the best free sports streaming sites to watch live matches, highlights, and events online safely and easily.

Five Ways To Rebuild Your Credit After Student Loan Default Sep 17, 2018

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Learn the best steps for repairing credit after student loan default.

How To Get Paid To Be An Online Tutor Sep 14, 2018

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Becoming an online tutor is one of the best side hustles, especially for college students.

In the U.S. alone, there are around seven million students who are enrolled in online higher education classes. This number does not include the millions of high school and elementary school children who might need tutoring too.

With this growth in education online also comes the opportunity to teach and/or tutor online. And indeed, there is money to be made by becoming an online tutor.

But how do I find positions to become an online tutor?
Do I need a teaching degree?
How much does it pay?

Let's break it down.

Let’s Talk: Suicide And Student Loan Debt Sep 13, 2018

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The only way I see myself escaping my student loan debt is to kill myself.

I want you to read that again: The only way I see myself escaping my student loan debt is to kill myself.

Reading that sentence gets me emotional. I can sense the pain. I can feel the despair in the words. It creates a tightness in my chest as I hold back tears thinking about what that means. You can sense the burden that is on her shoulders thinking that the only way out is to end her life. Isn't that the most horrible thing you've read?

You want to know something, though? I've read that sentence twice this year talking to readers here on this site.

And the truth is that there are many more people out there than the two readers that reached out to me. People that we haven't necessarily connected with, but maybe will find this article and feel a little weight lifted off their shoulders.

Let's talk.

If you are feeling suicidal, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or text HOME to 741741.

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