Meyers Report offers tips to cut college costs
Special to The Daily Times tips from students funding college through saving and planning. Buy used textbooks to save. Start summer jobs early. internships can earn college credit. Weigh long term value versus immediate pay. Part time work with flexible hours helps. Consider off campus housing to reduce costs, especially in expensive cities like New York.
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Prepay college tuition plans grow across states
Many private colleges and all Michigan and Wyoming public schools offer prepaid tuition for toddlers. Plans lock in current prices at today’s rates, with guaranteed returns and no extra charges later. States considering the concept include California Massachusetts New Jersey and Illinois.
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T bill rates mixed as three month bills rise
In Monday’s auction the Treasury sold 6.6 billion in three month bills at 5.70 percent, up from 5.59 percent, while six month bills sold 6.6 billion at 5.95 percent, down from 5.99 percent. Three month bills show the highest rate since June 1, six months the lowest since May 11. Real yields are 5.88 percent and 6.24 percent for the respective bills. The Fed reported the index for adjustable rate mortgages fell to 6.80 percent last week from 6.91 percent.
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