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03/20/2026
Big Changes Ahead for Grad PLUS and Parent PLUS Loans: Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re a graduate student or a parent planning to help pay for college, big updates to the Federal PLUS loan program are coming in 2026—and it’s a good idea to start preparing now. Here’s a quick breakdown of what’s changing and how you can stay one step ahead.
Read More03/15/2026
6 Ways the One Big Beautiful Bill Will Impact College Students and Federal Student Loan Borrowers
President Trump signed his sweeping “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) into law on July 4, 2025. The massive bill has significant implications for incoming and current college students, as well as existing federal student loan borrowers. Here are six of the biggest higher education-related changes in the bill.
Read More03/07/2026
When to Apply For Private Student Loans
Private student loans are one option families can use to help pay for college, but when should you take one out? Here are some instances when it can make sense to take out a private student loan.
Read More02/27/2026
What Is the Cost of College Attendance?
One of the most confusing parts about going to college is figuring out what it’s going to cost. From the price of each college credit to meal plans, there are a lot of expenses to think about. You may have heard about your school’s cost of attendance, but when it comes time to pay, what does that mean? Is the cost of attendance the same for everyone? Do you have to pay all that…and at once? Are there hidden costs?
Read More02/26/2026
2026 Tax Filing: Make Tax-Time Less Taxing
Whether you prepare your own return through the IRS Free File program, or take advantage of our discounts on convenient tax services like TurboTax and H&R Block, consider the tips below to help ensure your refund reaches your First Harvest account as promptly as possible.
Read More01/10/2026
Retirement Planning 101: When to Get Started
Today, saving for retirement brings more unique challenges compared to previous generations, as many companies used to offer pension plans that guaranteed retirement income. Discover more in this blog post.
Read More01/07/2026
Get Your Car Ready for Spring with These Seven Tips!
Unexpected car repairs can easily take your financial budget off-track. Regular maintenance can keep your car running longer and help catch any potential costly major repairs before you’re left stranded. Make these tips a part of your spring-cleaning routine to keep your car running smoothly all season long – take a look at the various replacements, services, and spring-cleaning tasks you can get started with today!
Read More01/06/2026
3 Types of Credit That Can Help You Grow Your Business
Business loans often require collateral, ranging from inventory to accounts receivable. If your business is small, a personal guarantee will most likely be necessary, obligating the you to repay the debt using personal funds if the borrower defaults.
Read More12/28/2025
Flex Spending Account: Use it or lose it!
If you have a Flexible Spending Account (FSA), the end of the year comes with an important reminder: use your funds or risk losing them. The leftover FSA funds are your hard-earned money. Let’s look at some ways to make the most of them before time runs out!
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