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Tips for Families Researching College Loans
8/20/2009

An August 18, 2009 U.S. News & World Report article provides tips for families who may be considering loans to help cover college expenses. Options are explored for both college students and their parents. Students are strongly encouraged to pursue federal education loans prior to alternative loans. For parents, the pros and cons of several types of loans - including federal, private and home equity - are discussed.

The article is available at the U.S. News & World Report Web site.

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