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Borrow as little student loans as you need.

Yes. We’ll say it again. Borrow as little as you need to attend the school you choose. Be conservative and only borrow the amount that will get you through school. You’ll thank us when you're in repayment.

 

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Your education is a major investment in yourself. You are spending your limited resources now in the hope that you will realize a positive return in the future.

Consider the time and money you'll invest in your education along with the personal and professional goals you've set. Then, make the best investment you can.

Borrow the minimum amount of student loans necessary to fulfill your educational goals. Visit Financing Your Education to learn more.
Financing Your Education




A very user-friendly workbook that helps you understand how much your education will cost and how you can go about paying for it. Topics include how much you should borrow, how to get financial aid and how to remain “financially fit.”

Financing Your Education (eBook)

Financing Your Legal Education




This workbook is similar to the “Financing Your Education” handbook, but with an obvious slant toward law students. Completing this book helps you determine the cost of your education and take steps toward paying for it.

Financing Your Legal Education (eBook)

Borrowing Wisely – A Reality Check




This booklet looks at the responsibilities that come with borrowing money and teaches the value of borrowing as little as you need. It shows how borrowing can impact your life long after you’ve graduated.

Borrowing Wisely – A Reality Check (eBook)

Credit Basics

 

Having credit is good, but having good credit is even better. This eBook from the Credit Smart series explores what credit is and why it's important. You'll also find out what you need to get credit, how to manage your credit cards, and how to maintain good credit.

Credit Basics (eBook)

Credit Reporting

 

A very important part of your credit is checking up on your credit report. In this eBook from the Credit Smart series, you'll find out exactly what a credit report is and what all those litte details mean on your report. We also give you resources to check your credit report, and we'll tell you why we insist you check your credit report.

Credit Reporting (eBook)

Credit Scoring

 

Do you know what goes into calculating your credit score? We give an easy explanation of all the factors in this eBook from the Credit Smart series. You'll also learn about how inquiries work, and how you can estimate your credit score for free.

Credit Scoring (eBook)

Credit Safe

 

In this very important eBook from the Credit Smart series, we discuss identity theft and what it means. You'll get an overview of how identity theft happens, what to do if it happens to you, and how to protect yourself against it.

Credit Safe (eBook)

Repairing Credit Problems




Although you can't fix a bad credit history over night, we give you easy to follow steps to set you on the right path. We also give suggestions on how to pick a reputable credit counseling organization.

Repairing Credit Problems (eBook)

Credit Card Basics

 

You've heard of terms like variable interest rate and APR, but do you really understand the fundamentals of credit cards? In this eBook from the Credit Smart series, we go over what these terms and more mean, and what you should look for when shopping for a credit card.

Credit Card Basics (eBook)

After You Graduate

 

This WiseBorrower® booklet guides you through the ins and outs of repaying student loans. Topics include picking the right repayment plans, creating a personal budget, knowing your rights and responsibilities as a borrower and keeping financial records.

After You Graduate

 
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