What If I Can’t Afford Closing Costs? 6 Strategies to Consider
Closing costs refer to the various fees and expenses required to complete a home purchase. They typically range from 3% to 6% of...
2025 TICAS California Policy Playbook
The new TICAS California 2025 Playbook outlines the strategy guiding TICAS’ work in the Golden State this year, including coalition building, policy advocacy,...
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How Student Loan Refunds Are Used [Original Research]
Student loans can help you pay tuition and fees to attend school, but how else can you put them to work? We surveyed...
Online Students’ Bill of Rights
Online program managers (OPMs) are third-party companies that work with colleges and universities to develop, launch, and deliver online learning. The prevalence of...
How to Improve Your Credit Score: Short- and Long-Term Strategies
One of the best ways to save money over the course of your lifetime is learning how to improve your credit score. Having...
The 9 Best Ways to Diversify Your Investment Portfolio
Diversifying your investment portfolio is a strategy for protecting and growing your investments. You reduce the risk of investing in a single asset...
9 Alternatives to Consider Before Filing
If you’re struggling with overwhelming debt, it’s important to know how to avoid bankruptcy and its long-term impact on your credit. Filing for...
75 Words Every Borrower Should Know
Applying for a mortgage can feel overwhelming if you’re a first-time homebuyer. This compact, alphabetized glossary will help make sure you understand key...
What Is an Automated Valuation Model (AVM), and How Does It Work?
As technology has evolved, so too have real estate professionals’ and lenders’ toolkits for simplifying the mortgage application process. From fast and easy...
TICAS Commends Biden Administration’s Efforts to Protect Student Loan Borrowers
In response to a January 13 policy memo from the Education Department, Sameer Gadkaree, President of The Institute for College Access & Success...
