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Strategies for Paying off Student Loans

Tru Direction offers scholarships to assist college students in offsetting their educational costs. However, we all know that college can be quite expensive, often necessitating student loans to cover tuition. While these loans can be a valuable resource, they can also become daunting once students graduate. Recently, The Wall Street Journal examined

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Financial Awareness Day 2024

As you know, Tru Direction is dedicated to improving financial literacy to anyone at any stage of life. Let's face it, we all know life gets busy but it is so important to remember to take the time to review your finances such as savings, spending, and investments. Financial Awareness Day is a reminder to do just that. Review those finances, see if

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FAFSA & College Money Q&A

Completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®) form allows you to be considered for federal student aid. In addition, states and colleges use FAFSA information to award their own grants, scholarships, and loans. But, since aid is limited, you have to meet the deadlines! Federal Deadlines: June & Sept. 2023–24 Academic

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How To Choose A Credit Union

A big bank isn’t always the best fit for a family or an individual. Credit unions, on the other hand, may offer better savings, convenience, lower rates on loans and fees, home loan options, and excellent service. Some have fields of membership, meaning its members must belong to one or more specific groups. However, due to significant growth in

Scams & Theft

Scammed or Phished: Who to Call

Have you been scammed or phished? Yes you have, if your identity has been stolen or your financial accounts been invaded without your permission. And now, who do you contact?

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Does Good Debt Exist?

When it comes to debt, financial experts have typically marked both "good" and "bad" scenarios. But in today's touchy economy, the lines are becoming blurred.

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Good Scores Open Doors

Good credit scores are important.For most Americans, using a credit account or credit cards is simply a way of life. Whether it’s a new home, a vehicle, or the latest biggest & best TV, obtaining credit is typically part of the transaction. That is, of course, unless a negative credit report and a low credit score prove too risky to the lender and

Money Management

Tax Refund? Here's How You Could Spend It

While the tax deadline may still be more than a month away, the idea of getting money back is something many look forward to even before our taxes are filed.

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