Articles by Valerie Ashton

Valerie Ashton is a commercial pilot, California Real Estate Broker and writer. A life-long California resident, Valerie holds a Bachelor of Arts degree from San Diego State University and attended Thomas Jefferson School of Law.

When to Use Personal Loan to Fund Continuing College Education Find out whether it is a smart move to take out a personal loan for the purpose of funding continuing education and additional classes. What You Have to Consider Before Lending Money to Family and Friends Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton What You Have to Consider Before Lending Money to Family and Friends Money is a leading cause of stress in relationships, not just with couples but... What's a Good Credit Score For a College Student? Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton What's a Good Credit Score For a College Student? College is a great time to make memories, get a once-in-a-lifetime education, and... Can Your Credit Score Suffer Because You Have Student Loans? Find out whether simply having student loan debt on your credit report can hurt your credit score, which may negatively affect your chances of qualifying for other loans in the future. Learn how your credit score is calculated and the different ways that student loans can have an impact on your credit. Compare Overdraft Protection Transfer Fees at the Top U.S. Banks Learn about the costs to transfer money from your savings account to cover a purchase on your checking, known as an overdraft protection transfer. Find out how it works to help you avoid expensive overdraft fees. See what options are available when you overdraw your checking account to a point where you'll have a negative balance. Bring Crisp, Clean U.S. Dollar Bills When You Travel to These Countries Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton Bring Crisp, Clean U.S. Dollar Bills When You Travel to These Countries The phrase “Cash is King” doesn’t just apply to investment portfolios, it also... Should Couples Open Joint Savings Accounts? Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton Should Couples Open Joint Savings Accounts? Among the things that couples disagree or argue about, money is a top... How Parents Can Save Money for Their Children's College Education These are all the different accounts and options available to parents who want to focus on savings money for their children's future college education. Can You Open a Bank Account Without Parents Knowing? Find out how you can open a secret bank account without your parents knowing of its existence, including tips to hide the account on an ongoing basis. What Happens to Student Checking Accounts After Graduation? Photo of Valerie Ashton Valerie Ashton What Happens to Student Checking Accounts After Graduation? College students can take advantage of many local perks and discounts, from annual...