Many lucrative careers require a college degree for you to get a foot in the door. But there are also many well-paying jobs that don’t require higher education and allow you to avoid the financial burden of paying for college. Gianni Windahl reports.
The Cost of Home Ownership: Major Expenses Beyond the Mortgage
For most new homeowners the big financial concern is being able to meet the monthly mortgage payment. However, there are many other large, recurring costs that must be considered before signing all those papers. Eli Baker explains.
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Budgeting: Strategies, Tools, and the Importance of a Rainy Day Fund
One of the smartest things young adults can do is learn how to manage their money responsibly at the beginning of their professional lives. But where do you start? How do you create a budget? And how do you keep constant track of your spending? Tim Pearce has the answers.
Family Financing: Do You Have Enough Money to Raise a Child?
Planning to start a family is an exciting time but it also carries some major financial concerns. Can one parent afford to stay home? How much does it cost to raise a child or send them to daycare? Katie Pearson runs the numbers you’ll need to keep in mind before that bundle of joy arrives.
What to Do When you Cannot Find A Job in Your Field
You’ve graduated from college and are ready to begin a great career. There’s only one problem: You can’t find a job in your field. Now what? Caroline Peterson explains how to stay attractive to the people you want to work for while still paying your bills.
Is Your College Degree Worth the Cost?
With the cost of higher education soaring, Radio America’s Julia Arciga explores whether the benefits of college outweigh the massive price tag. She also examines how much debt is worth taking on to get that diploma.
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Purchasing A Home: What You Need to Know
The sluggish economy has made buying a home less attractive to young adults, but it can still be a critical step toward long-term financial security. Radio America’s Taylor Long reports.
Are You Ready to Rent?
Radio America’s Taylor Long gets you ready for your apartment hunt.