College is an Investment – Treat it like one!
Calculate a school’s return on investment to determine whether it is a good investment or not.
Biden Finds Out You Can’t Please Them All after Announcing Student Loan Forgiveness
Feelings have run amok after Biden outlines his executive action for student loan forgiveness. Read about the program and my own thoughts.
Time’s Up! Paying for College
Lately, I've had a number of clients and prospects ask how to pay for college. Not in the future -…
How to ask for more Financial Aid, and hopefully get it!
Acceptance letters are rolling in and it's time to make a decision on college. If your top pick is more expensive than the rest... ask for more aid. Here's how from Student Loan Hero...
2 Pieces of Savings Advice to Reconsider
We can get tunnel vision when it comes to following "Rules of Thumb." I dare you to push back when it comes to maxing out 529 Plans and 401(k)s.
Preparing for College: Tips and Tricks
There is a ton to consider as you decide on the right college. Make sure you've considered all your options and resources.
Elder Care and College Planning Can Create a Sticky Situation for The Sandwich Generation
Commonplace strategies for helping an aging parent can blow up in your face if you have a college-bound child. Read how.
Budget Basics for College Students
One extracurricular activity that every student can master while in college is personal money management. Typically, a student’s daily spending…
4 Ways College Admissions Will Change Next Year
The coronavirus is bringing waves of changes to how we approach everyday tasks and traditions. The same will be true…
Before You Refinance Student Loans, Read This
Student loan debt presents a serious financial burden for countless graduates. Even the XY Generation (you?) is struggling to earn…
The 2020-21 FAFSA is now available
The deadline for the 2019-2020 FAFSA is midnight, June 30, 2020. The earlier you file, the more grant money you are…
Where to put your kid’s cash gifts
Question: What are my options for cash or checks given to my child?Piggy Bank: Some people enjoy the visual appeal of…
Your child can succeed in college despite losing IEP
Make sure your child is aware of the process to receive support for their learning disability in collegeI recently met…
Dodge Toys and Boost College Savings
"85% of parents expect their child to graduate with debt, estimating an average of $45,000 in student loans" according to…
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8 Financial Gift Ideas for Children
Trying to be more intentional with gifting? US News published a great article on how to be both generous and…
