Ascent Blog: Tag: Budgeting

Budget Blog – Finances of an SDSU Senior
Feb 15, 2023 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students
The idea of having a budget can feel empowering, yet, the process of building, maintaining, and sticking to a budget… Read More
Using Your Student Loans For Living Expenses
Dec 20, 2022 | By: Breanna Knight
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students
Loans can be tricky. You might find yourself searching for a loan, choosing between different types of loans, selecting a… Read More
7 Money-Saving Challenges to Try in 2023
Nov 30, 2022 | By: Olivia Wolf - Social Media Intern
Categories: Blog, For College Students, For High School Students
Money-saving challenges are a great way to build smart habits and make budgeting more enjoyable. Pick one of these challenges… Read More
5 Ways to Overcome Fear of Student Loan Debt
May 03, 2022 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students
The topic of student loans can be scary and cause a lot of anxiety for students. Ascent Funding covers five… Read More
Credit Scores 101
Sep 30, 2022 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For Cosigners, Credit Card
What is a credit score, and what exactly is a "good" credit score? Learn the basics of credit scores and… Read More
5 Ways to Budget for Summer Vacation
Jun 28, 2021 | By: Ruby Kate Galapon - SDSU Ascent Intern
Categories: For Students, For College Students, For High School Students
Whether you’re planning for a staycation or an adventure a little farther away, these tips can help inspire you to… Read More
5 Ways to Easily Make Your Paycheck Last Longer
Apr 30, 2020 | By: Ascent
Categories: For Students, For College Students
Even before coronavirus, we asked students to share how they make their paychecks last longer to pay for school-related expenses. Read More
Understanding the Difference Between a WANT and a NEED
College is a time of newfound freedom as well as increased responsibilities for students transitioning from the comfort of their… Read More
How to Eat Healthy on a Budget
Jan 15, 2020 | By: Ascent
Categories: Blog, For Students, For College Students, For High School Students
The holidays are a time to focus on family and friends; don't let eating healthy on a budget during the… Read More
True Life: Budgeting Sucks, But It’s Kind of Important
It can be stressful balancing school, work, relationships, family obligations, a social life, and especially finances. Money alone can be… Read More