College Planning
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House Passes Bill Requiring Annual Counseling for Student Loan Borrowers
By Melanie WaddellWith this bill, "students and parents enrolled in federal loan programs will receive yearly counseling tailored to their needs," said House Speaker Ryan.
August 30, 2018
House to Vote on Bill Requiring Annual Counseling for Student Loan BorrowersThe legislation is designed to improve "the timing, frequency, and content of financial counseling," according to co-sponsor Rep. Bonamici.
August 28, 2018
John Rogers: Bridging the Wealth GapAriel's John Rogers funds a program to find an 'African-American George Soros or Henry Kravitz.'
August 28, 2018
When a Millennial Moves Back Home: How Advisors Can HelpFinancial professionals can help parents and their young adult children chart a new path to financial independence.
August 27, 2018
CFPB Student Loan Chief Resigns, Says Mulvaney Has Abandoned ConsumersFormer employee states it's clear "that consumers no longer have a strong, independent consumer bureau on their side."
August 27, 2018
Top 8 Direct-Sold 529 Plans: Savingforcollege.comThese plans earned the highest rankings for their performance over three and five years.
August 24, 2018
Money Managers Cool on Some Leveraged Loan DealsAn executive at an asset-management arm of Pru says investors are paying more attention to credit risk.
August 22, 2018
Sequoia Financial and LJPR Financial Advisors MergeThe new firm, which will retain the Sequoia name, will have close to $5 billion in AUM.