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Taming The High Cost of College

College Financial Planning

I’ll Show You How to Save on College Costs.

Worried about paying for college? Hi, I’m Brad Baldridge, and I can help. As a College Funding Specialist, I’ll show you how to plan and pay for college with proven strategies that save you time, money and stress.

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11 Things You Should Know About Federal Direct Loans

Thinking about using student loans to help pay for college? Federal Direct Loans are usually the best option due to their favorable terms and relatively low cost. Here’s what you need to know about how they work, interest rates, terms, payments and more.

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The 2025-26 FAFSA Delayed Rollout: What You Need to Know

The 2025-26 FAFSA is being delayed again this year, and most students won’t be able to submit their application until sometime between October 1 and December 1, 2024. Find out how the FAFSA is being released and handled this year, how parents and students should plan and prepare, and how to make sure you’re ready when the application is finally available to your student.

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Inheritance and College Financial Aid Q&A

In this article, we’ll answer some of the most common questions about your inheritance, the FAFSA, and college financial aid. Find out if you need to report an inheritance on the FAFSA, how it can impact college financial aid, and how to keep your inherited assets from reducing your financial aid eligibility.

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