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Teacher Home Loans – 5 Top Programs in 2021
1Are you a teacher looking to buy a home and need help with financing? Please consider some of the special mortgage programs that cater specifically to educators. In this article, we are excited to share 4 of the top providers that currently offer teacher home loans and teacher mortgage programs. Our 5 Top Home Loan […] More
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4 Top Texas Teacher Home Loan Programs
A Guide to Texas Home Loan Programs for Educators So, you are a teacher looking for a home in the great state of Texas! Well, don’t worry you have come to the right place to ensure that your home loan rate isn’t big like everything else in Texas!! Continue reading to learn about our recommended […] More
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6 Teaching Loan Forgiveness Programs Reviewed
If you are still struggling with student debt, have you looked into teaching loan forgiveness programs? Here I outline 6 student loan forgiveness programs for teachers. Please check them out, you may qualify to get some or all of your student loans forgiven! 1) Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) First on our list of […] More
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A Guide To California Teacher Home Loans
If you are a teacher in California looking to buy a home, you are in luck! California educators have access to some of the best teacher home loan programs in the country. Teacher home loans in California are available from a variety of sources. For your convenience, we have compiled a list of your options […] More
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“Side Gigs for Teachers: Ways to Actually Make Money” – Interview with Co-Author Jackie Bolen
In the recently published Side Gigs for Teachers: Ways to Actually Make Money Jackie Bolen and Jennifer Booker Smith seek to show educators how to earn extra money in their spare time. We reached out to co-author Jackie Bolen and asked her some questions about the book and side hustling in general. We hope you […] More
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Teachers: The 5 Most Common Causes of Bankruptcy and How to Protect Yourself
As educator wages struggle to keep up with rising costs of living, teacher bankruptcy unfortunately is far too common. Teacher Bankruptcy – What are the Causes? While in the past bankruptcy was a means of evading creditors, today the pandemic has a more sinister basis. Ranging from poor money management skills to personal calamities such […] More
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How to Save for Your First Down Payment on a Teacher’s Salary
With rising real estate prices across the board, not to mention in locations with a high cost of living already, buying your first home can seem daunting. You may be planning on buying your first home in a few years, but using these tips today will help you slowly start to save for that first […] More
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Teacher Savings on Car Insurance and Major Vehicle Repairs
Despite one’s best efforts, sometimes costly vehicle repairs are unavoidable. This can be due to an accident, neglect, or a vengeful student skilled at avoiding camera detection in the parking lot. When it comes to these repairs, it is good to know what car insurance providers have special deals for educators, how to save on […] More
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8 Tax Saving Tips for Educators
With tax season upon us, you may be crunching numbers, collecting tax documents, and wondering about a possible refund. There are a few ways for you as a teacher to potentially receive even more of a tax refund! Learn how with these 8 Tax Saving Tips for Educators. 1) Educator Expense Deduction Educators who teach […] More
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Ways for Teachers to Save on Vehicle Maintenance
Purchasing a vehicle is a major expense, especially on an educator’s salary. In order to receive the most benefit for money spent on the vehicle, it is imperative to keep it properly maintained. Doing so will extend the life of the vehicle and keep costly repair bills at bay. Where to Service a Vehicle If […] More
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Tips for Buying a Quality Vehicle on an Educator’s Salary
According to a 2015 report from Edmunds.com, the price for a used vehicle averages $16,800. This is a considerable amount of money, and generally speaking, living on an educator’s salary does not leave us with mounds of disposable income. Therefore, it is important to save money where we can, and when it comes to car […] More
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5 Years to Debt Free: Two Married Teachers Make the Journey
One second. That’s all it takes for the student debt in the United States to increase by $3000. After graduation, that monthly payment makes the list, plus any credit card debt, an auto loan, and potentially a mortgage. As students leave school and enter the never ending cycle of debt, a newly married couple, both […] More
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