Tag: student

Day Trips

9 Best College Towns in the Northeast

February 08, 2019. Nathan Duke

There are a ton of towns in the Northeast with universities at their figurative center. Here are the 10 best college towns to travel to.

Retirement

Planning for Retirement Needs: 7 Common Myths That Will Wreck Your Retirement Preparation

January 15, 2019. Joanna Cutrara

Learn the truth about when to start planning for retirement, how much to save and more.

Savings

Lending Terms 101: A Lesson in Lending, Loans and Other Financial Topics

January 08, 2019. AAA Staff

A refresher course on lending terms and phrases. Consider sharing with the college students and recent grads in your life – even the ones who think they know it all.

Travel Insurance

Why US Students Need International Travel Insurance

December 24, 2018. AAA Staff

Studying abroad? Check out our international travel insurance cheat sheet.

Life

Tow Driver Saves Lives

November 15, 2018. Andrew Sheldon

May 17 started out like any other day in Mike Benson’s life. The owner of Powder Mill Towing & Auto Repair in Parsippany, N.J., was towing a car to Pennsylvania. But as he drove through the Mount Olive section of Interstate 80, everything changed. In front of him, a bus taking fifth-graders on a field…

River Cruises

Rhine Cruises Highlight History, Culture

November 05, 2018. AAA Staff

See what’s drawing so many travelers to Rhine cruises.

Credit Cards

7 Simple Ways to Protect Against Child Identity Theft and Fraud

October 22, 2018. Joanna Cutrara

Child identity theft is on the rise and often doesn’t get caught until it’s too late. Learn how you can protect your child from scammers.

Student Lending

Affordable Ways to Earn a College Degree

October 19, 2018. Rebecca Galib

Let’s be honest. College is just plain expensive. A bachelor’s degree can cost anywhere from $37,000 to over $130,000, according to the College Board. In 2017, members of Generation X had outstanding student loans averaging $40,000, according to Experian’s State of Student Debt report. Compare that to baby boomers, who owed an average of $36,200,…

AAA

NJ Tow Company Owner Recognized for Heroic Response to School Bus Accident

October 17, 2018. Andrew Sheldon

Mike Benson of AAA Preferred Service Provider Powder Mill Towing and Auto Repair received the Outstanding EMS Action by a Citizen Award for his life-saving action.

Credit Cards

8 Things You Should Never Use Your Credit Card For

October 09, 2018. Tara Schatz

It’s tempting to swipe a card and worry about the bill later. But there are times when using a credit card for payment isn’t the best idea.

North American Tours

Tour America’s East Coast Cities With AAA Vacations

September 22, 2018. AAA Staff

See the inspirational cities from some of America’s oldest places as you tour America’s East Coast on this tour from AAA.

Credit Cards

Credit Cards for College Students

September 13, 2018. Tara Schatz

Credit cards for college students shouldn’t involve a lesson learned in the dangers of reckless spending. Use our guide to to learn how to spend smart.

Savings

How to Build Savings While Paying Off Loans

September 01, 2018. Robert Yaniz Jr

It may seem impossible, but you can still build savings while paying off your debts. Learn how to strike the perfect balance with these tips.

European Tours

Finding the Best European Tours for Young Adults

August 21, 2018. Albert Stumm

A guide for young travelers with their sights set on a European travel adventure.

Food & Dining

The Tastiest Nearby Food Destinations

August 18, 2018. Marisa Perjatel

For a quick and delicious escape, these nearby food trips are worth going the distance for.

Credit Cards

Tips for Understanding Your Credit Report

August 11, 2018. AAA Staff

You’re entitled to a free copy of your credit report once a year, but what should you expect to see when you check it?

Student Lending

Is Grad School Worth It? How to Determine If It’s the Right Option for You

August 05, 2018. Cassandra Raposo

Getting a graduate degree may seem like a no-brainer to some, but it’s a weighted decision to make.

Savings

Here’s What To Expect From That First College Tuition Bill

July 19, 2018. AAA Staff

Tips to get mentally prepared for your first college payment.

Savings

Entertainment Budget Basics

June 09, 2018. Robert Yaniz Jr

Set a budget to save on the things you love. Follow these tips to cut expenses on movies, cable, dining out and more.

Savings

Do You Know What Student Loans Pay For?

May 14, 2018. AAA Staff

Many students wouldn’t be able to attend college without student loans. About 53 percent of adults ages 18 to 29 with bachelor’s degrees have outstanding student loan debt, according to the Pew Research Center. But student loans don’t cover every college-related expense. Students and their families often have to combine funding sources to cover not…