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School costs climbing higher, so plan for big numbers
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Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:17:03 -0700
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Another school year brings new challenges. My daughter plans on joining the high school rowing team and her biggest challenge will likely be getting out of bed in time for the predawn workouts.
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Take a bite out of the Apple MacBook price
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Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:02:14 -0700
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Apple products are notoriously difficult to get a discount on, but there are deals out there – and not just for students and teachers With the practicalities of student accommodation , student loans and bank accounts already covered, now is the time to combine practical needs with luxurious wants. The latest research from Reevoo claims that the average student is taking £1,098 worth of gadgets ...
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MCA defends govt aid to UEC achievers
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Tue, 31 Aug 2010 03:39:28 -0700
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KUALA LUMPUR, Aug 31 – The MCA has defended the government’s move to award 50 Unified Examination Certificate (UEC) top students more than RM2 million in scholarships despite not recognising the qualification. MCA president Datuk Seri Dr Chua Soi Lek dismissed fears of a brain drain as UEC holders cannot enter public universities, although they ...
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Scott’s art shown in River City
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Tue, 31 Aug 2010 15:13:45 -0700
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“If your mother doesn’t like your artwork, find something else to do!”
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Scotiabank reports third quarter earnings of over $1 billion
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Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:37:00 -0700
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Earnings per share of $0.98 compared to $0.87
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Student loan process reform to take effect at UT this fall
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Thu, 26 Aug 2010 02:01:56 -0700
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An overhaul of the federal student loan process that passed the U.S. Congress in March is finally taking effect on the UT campus this fall. The reform, which increases federal funding for financial aid programs, converts all federal loans to the Direct Loan Program, slashing the once-prominent role of private banks and institutions in distributing student loans. This semester, students won’t ...
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Experts offer tips to cash-strapped students
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Sun, 29 Aug 2010 00:42:32 -0700
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Heading into her first year of university, Alex Marshall is pretty much set financially. Along with savings from her part-time jobs, the 18 year old will be getting some assistance from her parents.
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TD calls limited use of RESPs a ‘lost opportunity’
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Thu, 26 Aug 2010 07:10:32 -0700
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The TD Canada Trust Education and Finances Survey, which polled 1,000 students in July, found that Canadians are not taking full advantage of RESPs. Just 27% of students said they’re relying on RESPs to finance their education, while 44% plan to rely on student loans or lines of credit.
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Wilton man answers the call of the wild
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Sat, 28 Aug 2010 13:37:19 -0700
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WILTON — A year or so ago Evan Christopher had the job he was trained for, working on cars.
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Students need a financial formula
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Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:47:16 -0700
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Budgeting will help maximize the quality of school years
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