Trump’s Budget Proposal Would Cut $2.3 Billion From Education
Key Points The Trump administration’s FY2027 budget proposes $76.5 billion for the Department of Education (a $2.3 billion cut) while...
FIRE Psychology During a Stock Market and Economic Downturn
As someone who’s been writing about FIRE (Financial Independence Retire Early) since 2009 and actually leaving full-time work for...
10 Signs You’re Ready To Start Your Own Business
Have you been thinking about starting your own business? Maybe you’ve caught yourself daydreaming about starting your own small business...
Trump Accounts: 4 Million Kids Enrolled, IRS Says
Key Points The IRS says more than 4 million children have been enrolled in tax-advantaged Trump Accounts, with over 1 million elections...
Millions of Borrowers Must Choose a New Repayment Plan — Here’s How to Pick
Key Points Starting July 1, 2026, the Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP) becomes the new income-driven option for federal student loan...
Weekend Reading For Financial Planners (April 4–5)
Enjoy the current installment of “Weekend Reading For Financial Planners” – this week’s edition kicks off with the news...
This Week In College And Money News: April 3, 2026
The student loan system is entering a new phase — and borrowers are being forced to adapt quickly. This week, millions of borrowers...
Wealthfront Review: Is The Robo-Advisor Still Worth It?
Quick Summary A robo-advisor that helps you invest for the long term 0.25% annual management fee $500 investment minimum Wealthfront Cash...
American Universities Hiring H-1B Foreign Workers Seems Off
As a parent to two young children, I am a target client for universities everywhere. So far, I have saved over $800,000 in two 529 plans to...
Senators Fight Student Loan Transfer To Treasury
Key Points Five senior Senate Democrats, led by Sen. Elizabeth Warren, are calling on Education Secretary Linda McMahon and Treasury...