The Basics of Investing
Investing doesn't have to be as big of a deal as it seems to be. As soon as you know the basics, you can continue to grow your knowledge and make your money work for you. I talked with SMU professor, ...
15 Huhti 202427min
Understanding Taxes
The U.S. deadline to file your taxes is April 15th. If you have never filed your taxes before or need a refresher, we talked with SMU professor, Wendy Wilson, about the basics of taxes. Learn what doc...
8 Huhti 202414min
Figuring out FAFSA Simplification
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid has experienced a major update this year under the FAFSA Simplification Act. I sat down with Director of Financial Aid at SMU, Dr. Mary Sauceda, to learn a...
3 Huhti 202417min
First-Time Renter Essentials
Renting an apartment for the first time can be daunting. There are a lot of unknowns like: How do I find the right apartment for me? What do I need to look out for in a lease? What kind of expenses sh...
25 Maalis 202410min
Affording Study Abroad
Studying abroad can be very influential and effective in advancing a student's education. However, there are many costs associated with it. Today, I talked with SMU Abroad's lead peer advisor, Averyl ...
18 Maalis 202410min
Gaining Financial and Academic Security
Financial and academic security go hand and hand. If a student does not feel comfortable in either department, both will inevitably worsen. We talked with Ruth Kinyua from SMU PALs about their academi...
21 Marras 202314min
Finding "Free Money"
November is National Scholarship Month! To celebrate we talked with Sergio Gonzalez, a representative from Sallie Mae, about using a scholarship database. Once a student finds a scholarship that suits...
10 Marras 202316min
The Pursuit of Scholarships
November is National Scholarship Month and to celebrate we talk with SMU sophomore Syra Castillo about her relentless pursuit of scholarships to lower her debt. We talk about finding the best scholars...
1 Marras 202314min
