Money Magazine - Financial Moves to Make When You Land Your First Job
Getting Rid Of Student Loan First things first: If you have student loans, you aren't doing yourself any favors by waiting to see if your lender notices you've graduated. Some loans have what's called a "grace period," or a year gap after you're finished with your education, ostensibly to allow you to set up an income. The thing about grace periods, though, is that interest continues to accumulate - so if you can start making payments immediately, it can ultimately save you money.