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Can I Buy a House When I'm Paying Off a Student Loan?
Many graduated college students end their educational career with a huge amount of student loan debt. College grads often ask the question, "Is it possible for me to buy a house while I’m still paying off this debt?"
Our answer is "yes!" Student loan debt that is managed responsibly should not hold anyone back from purchasing a home. However, there are many important steps to take before you commit to house-hunting.
Paying Off Student Loan Debt
As a recent college grad, you are excited to start a new chapter of life and jump into the future. You have worked for four years to finally get your degree. By the time you start your new job, there will be a debt owed for thousands of dollars.
Financial Tips for Recent Graduates
You just graduated - congratulations! By definition, graduation is a state of transition and students no longer are students in the typical sense. It’s easy to make mistakes during this transition, and they can create serious problems later in life. Here are some of the common questions students face while in this transition and how to deal with them.
The latest from Listerhill
Listerhill Breaks Ground in Hamilton
Listerhill officially broke ground on their new 2,950 square foot financial center in Hamilton, Ala. with friends and partners in the Hamilton community.
Listerhill Announces Card Partnership with UNA
FLORENCE, Ala. — Listerhill Credit Union is excited to announce the official launch of its University of North Alabama (UNA)-branded Signature and Platinum credit cards, continuing Listerhill’s dedication to supporting the UNA campus and the local community. This multi-year collaboration enhances Listerhill's ongoing commitment to providing financial wellness and valuable services to the UNA community, including students, athletes, faculty, alumni, and employees.
What is Identity Theft & Why It Matters
Identity theft affects millions of people each year. In 2023, the FTC received nearly 1 million identity theft complaints - and that's just what was reported. Whether it's a phishing email or a data breach, criminals are finding new ways to steal information every day.
Stay Ahead of Texting Scams in 2025
Texting scams are one of the fastest-growing forms of fraud - and they're costing consumers more each year. In 2024 alone, Americans lost an estimated $470 million to text scams, according to the Federal Trade Commission. That's more than five times what was reported in 2020.
