A rant on the stress of college preparation and admission.
Author Archives: smilingdad
Finance: The new SAVE student loan plan can help millions
The new SAVE student loan repayment plan is out. It has the potential for millions of people to reduce what they pay on their loans and get out of student loan debt.
Finance: The “best” 529 plan
What’s the best 529 plan for college savings? There isn’t one. We highlight 4 plans from Ohio, New York, Michigan, and Utah that are roundly praised.
Finance: Seven ways to pay for college
Here are three conventional and four unconventional ways to save on college costs
Finance: A good loan interest calculator
We found a good total loan interest calculator that is easy to use. We walk through our own personal example of how much we save from extra payments on our student loans.
Climate: Maui needs our help
Some resources to help the people of Maui recover from the devastating wildfires, the worst in US history.
Retire: Don’t retire says 101 yo practicing doc
A 101 year old, practicing doctor shares tips on how he keeps his brain sharp. That has big implications for traditional views of retirement.
Some EV stocks are making a comeback
Some EV stocks are giving buy signals on their stocks. We cover them in this July update.
How to stay cool in unrelenting heat
What are some do’s and don’ts to stay cool in the brutal heat? We cover some options, and warning signs of heat stroke.
Energy: You’re washing your clothes wrong (probably)
Washing your clothes properly can save you energy usage and extend the lifetime of your clothes.
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