College Is “Worth It” for Many—But There is More You Need to Know First

WRAL’s North Carolina story is a useful spark—but the real decision comes down to completion, cost, and what your field actually pays. A recent WRAL report said college “often pays” in North Carolina—citing Strada’s finding that more than two-thirds of in-state graduates see a positive 10-year return. That’s encouraging, and it aligns with national data. …

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Why Most Student Loan Debt Advice is Bad or Just Wrong

As a consumer debt expert it is exceedingly frustrating hearing from people all around the country on a daily basis who are seeking good help for their student loan troubles, only to get really bad advice, or worse, ripped off. The scammers are ahead of the experts on selling student loan solutions. It’s not unusual …

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