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Building Credit As An International Student

February 26th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

The United States relies heavily on purchases made with credit cards and debit cards. While cash is still accepted by many merchants, international students have a tough time making the adjustment. It’s important if you recently arrived to the US as an international student, that you build your credit wisely. Your credit score can affect…

Join Us Next Wednesday for Our Discussion on How To Apply for International Student Loans

February 14th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Are you asking yourself, how can I apply for international student loans? Do you have questions that need answering? Now is your chance to meet with us live and discuss! Next Wednesday, February 19th at 2:00 pm EST we will have three financial aid representatives talk about: Student loan basics 101 Requirements for an international…

What is a Credit Score and Why Does it Matter?

February 7th, 2014 by Jennifer Frankel

Knowledge of your credit score has become increasingly prominent as our importance. The most crucial element of this buzz-worthy topic is to understand what is a credit score and how it affects your finances. What Is A Credit Score A credit score is a numerical representation of the potential risk of lending money to a consumer….

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