College Ave Blog

Part research tool, part guide, all helpful.

We’ve made it our business to reduce the stress of student loans by making the process smarter and more transparent. So we created a blog that lives by those same rules. From research tips to savings strategies to reminders of key dates, keep coming back for more helpful content.

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September 17, 2019 / Debbie Schwartz

How to Be Honest When Talking About College Costs

College is a family affair. Everyone will be directly impacted, especially financially, when a child attends college. Being forthright about money can help guide your student ...

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September 18, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

How Are Private Student Loan Interest Rates Determined?

When it comes to paying for college, interest rates can seem difficult to understand. There are ...

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September 16, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

How to Refinance Student Loans

Refinancing student loans can lower your interest rate, decrease monthly payments, and help you ...

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August 20, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

7 Tips to Prepare for the End of Your Student Loan Grace Period

If you recently graduated from college, it's time to to start thinking about managing your ...

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August 14, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

How to Find a Cosigner

A cosigner is another individual, usually a parent or guardian, who is willing to take ...

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July 15, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

Paying for College with a Private Student Loan

If you're planning on taking out private student loans for college, there are some things you ...

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July 10, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

Student Loan Mistakes to Avoid

If you borrow more money than you need, or don’t understand how student loans work, you could ...

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July 8, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

The Summer Before College: How to Financially Prepare

As the summer before your first semester approaches you'll want to financially prepare for the ...

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July 5, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

How to Pay for College: 6 Ways to Cover Your Costs

To get a better idea of you options, check out our list of six ways to pay for college.

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June 18, 2019 / College Ave Student Loans

How Much in Student Loans Can I Get?

Student loans give students a way to pay for college when other financial aid may fall short. ...

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