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How To Get Student Loans At The Last Minute To Pay For College Aug 15, 2018

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If you need last minute student loans because your financial aid deadline is coming up, don't panic. There's still time!

College is about to start around the country but for one reason or another, you haven't received enough financial aid and are in desperate need of quick student loans to pay for college. You might be panicking inside trying to figure out what to do, but there are options that can help.

All is not lost. Your options for funding sources will be limited, but there are definitely things you can do to pay for college with a month to spare. Let’s talk about how to get student loans at the last minute to pay for college if you’re in a crunch to make a deadline.

Here’s what you need to know.

Why Leveraged ETFs Don't Match Market Performance Aug 14, 2018

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No product on Wall Street draws more criticism than leveraged ETFs. Leverage funds are designed to multiply the performance of indexes, but often do so poorly in the long run. These products were built for traders - not investors. They match the daily return of the underlying index and multiply that.

As such, over time, the returns start to get very skewed. The longer you hold onto these leveraged ETF products, the bigger the disparity in returns you'll see (and it's not in your favor). This is called decay - specifically leveraged ETF decay.

So, why does it happen? Let's check it out.

Credit Repair - What Is It And Should You Pay For It Aug 13, 2018

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Here's how credit repair works and what you need to know.

How To Create Passive Income On A Limited Budget Aug 10, 2018

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Learn how to create passive income with limited funds.

The Top Five Investing Apps That Let You Invest For Free Aug 09, 2018

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Investing apps have matured significantly in 2026. What used to be simple stock-trading tools are now full investing platforms offering commission-free trades, fractional shares, automated investing, and long-term portfolio tools — all from your phone.

Based on usability, fees, investing options, and real investor feedback, we ranked the best investing apps that let you invest for free. Whether you’re a beginner investing $20 or building a long-term portfolio, these are the apps worth using in 2026.

Here are the best investing apps that let you invest for free (yes, free). You might also check out our list on the best brokers to invest.

How Much Money Do Real Estate Agents Make Each Year Aug 09, 2018

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Looking for a job with high paying potential? Becoming a real estate agent is one way you can earn a six-figure income, even if you don’t have a college degree.

However, many people earn less than six figures, and most even quit their work as a real estate agent before they earn their first commission.

How much can you earn as a real estate agent? We explore the income potential for real estate agents in this episode.

The Selection Effect And Personal Finance May 10, 2018

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Behavioral economics plays a huge role in how we manage our personal finances.

5 Tips To Better Manage Your 401k May 10, 2018

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The tips are pretty simple. But they are a great starting point to managing your 401k:

1. General Guidelines To Follow With Your 401k (including never passing up your employer match)

2. Improving Your Investment Knowledge

3. Using Target Date Funds To Keep Things Simple

4. Consider Hiring A Financial Advisor To Help You

5. Gotta listen

With these tips you can build confidence in managing your 401k.

5 Lessons On How To Be Successful In College Apr 25, 2018

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Even though the world is constantly moving at a pace faster than light, there are fundamental skills that will never go out of fashion when it comes to thriving as a person.

Of course, college is one of the top places in your life where the words “thrive” and “successful” have a lot of weight.

In today’s post, we outline 5 skills every college student needs to develop in order to be successful both on campus and long after you have graduated.

As few years ago I wrote an article for Forbes on the two traits that employers want from college graduates. Those traits haven't changed, but to be successful, you need a bit more.

When Was The Last Time You Shopped For A Bank Apr 20, 2018

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Most Americans keep the same bank account for years — but that loyalty could mean missing out on better interest rates and fewer fees.

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