Resume Mistakes to Avoid

When you’re applying for your dream job, you want to put your best foot forward. That’s why it’s critical to make sure your resume stands out for the right reasons – and not because you’ve made egregious mistakes. Here are four errors to avoid if you want your resume to impress:

How to Win at Phone Interviews

If you’re hoping your resume and cover letter will score you an in-person interview, you may need to adjust your expectations a bit. Employers are increasingly using phone interviews as a first step in weeding out candidates before they offer on-site interviews. If you don’t have much experience with phone interviews, it can be a […]

Is an Online Degree Worth Your Time and Money?

Online degree and certificate programs are fast becoming the go-to for students who can’t afford a traditional four-year institution or who need flexibility in their course schedules. Still, many people wonder about the quality of online programs, and whether they are truly worth the time and money.

How to Get a Student Loan for Online College

Taking online courses can be an exciting prospect, but determining how you’ll pay for them can be stressful. In years past, students were not able to get loans for education costs unless their schools taught at least half of their courses on a physical campus. However, that all changed in 2006 when Congress made it […]

Tips to Succeed In Online Courses

Online courses are enjoying wide popularity due to their accessibility and proliferation. According to U.S. News and World Report, more than 20 million students took at least one course online in 2019 and 16 percent of all higher education students are enrolled exclusively in online coursework.

Millennials and Life Insurance

Life insurance is an important safeguard to have, yet recent data shows that Millennials – anyone born from 1981 – 1996 – simply aren’t taking out life insurance policies. In fact, self-reported data shows that only 10 percent of Millennials have enough life insurance to cover their debts if they should die. This gap in […]

Four Things To Know About Your Homeowner’s Insurance Policy

When it comes to protecting your finances, few things can be as meaningful as a solid homeowner’s insurance policy. If a disaster should strike – tornado, fire, theft – you’ll need a policy in place to safeguard against draining your savings to repair structural damage, replace stolen objects, and more. However, not all insurance policies […]

Private Mortgage Insurance: A Synopsis

You’ve done the math and determined exactly how much you can afford to spend on the home of your dreams, including down payment, monthly mortgage fees, taxes and homeowners insurance. However, you may also be required to pay Private Mortgage Insurance, commonly called PMI.

Do You Need Gap Insurance On Your Vehicle?

Whether you’re leasing a new car or you took out an auto loan to purchase a vehicle, you may be offered a gap insurance policy. Also called loan-lease pay-off coverage, a gap policy covers the difference between the cash value of your vehicle and the outstanding balance on your loan or lease in the case […]

How to Get the Best Life Insurance Rate

Life insurance is a must-have for anyone with debts greater than their cash savings. This protects your family in the event you die before, say, paying off your student loans or credit card debt. With so many life insurance options on the market, it’s easy to find one that suits your needs and your budget, […]

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