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It’s not that scary from down here.

Our articles are to help guide those who are lost and don’t know how to get back to the life they want to live.

Stacey RobbMar 31, 20233 min read

April is Financial Literacy Month!

Financial Literacy Month is a national observance held every April to promote financial education and responsibility. Financial Literacy Month is a great time to learn more about financial literacy and to start taking steps to improve your financial well-being. Financial…

Lisa FrankenbergerMar 23, 20233 min read

Good News & Bad News with Student Loans: Income Driven Repayment Plan Adjustment Extended; Student Loan Forgiveness Still Blocked By Lawsuit

Loan Consolidation Required–Parachute Credit Counseling Offers FREE Assistance and Counseling While student loan forgiveness remains on hold for the forseeable future, Income Driven Repayment (IDR) plans are an available opportunity designed to financially assist borrowers and to ultimately reform the…

Lisa FrankenbergerMar 14, 20234 min read

Can I Negotiate Credit Card Debt?

Many of us have been there… our credit card debt is mounting. The increased interest rates aren’t helping matters, and we are starting to feel like we need a plan. When you are first starting out on your path to…

Lisa FrankenbergerMar 6, 20231 min read

Parachute Celebrates National Consumer Protection Week

Looking to protect yourself from fraud, identity theft, and scams? Wondering about the best way to improve your credit, shop for a used car, or how to maximize your security online? Parachute has information for you during National Consumer Protection…

Lisa FrankenbergerMar 2, 20233 min read

While Long Awaited Student Loan Forgiveness is Blocked By Lawsuit, Parachute Credit Counseling Offers Encouragement and FREE Student Loan Counseling

While Long Awaited Student Loan Forgiveness is Blocked By Lawsuit, Parachute Credit Counseling Offers Encouragement and FREE Student Loan Counseling The Supreme Court will hear arguments for and against this loan cancellation plan on February 28, 2023 The financial futures…