High school counselors often help students as part of the college planning process, but with a ratio of one counselor per 100 students, they’re limited in how much and how often they can help. This is why it’s important for parents to consider working with independent educational consultants. In this episode, we talk about working with consultants to make college planning easier, including how they can help, what you can expect, and why it’s so critical to start planning early. Read More…
Read MoreSuccessfully planning for college requires a lot of work, especially for parents. They’re usually responsible for the financial side of things and need to provide guidance in other areas too. But students have several key responsibilities of their own, and in this article I’ll show you a breakdown of what parents and students should be working on individually and together.
Read MoreMost parents want to help pay for their kids’ college and still have a comfortable retirement. In this article, I’ll show you how to do it by starting with a few important questions and the right strategies to help you plan.
Read MoreIt’s officially springtime for 2021, and that means it’s time to schedule college visits with your student. Spring break and the spring months are a crucial time for any high school student to visit colleges in person or virtually, no matter where you are in the college process. Visits can help your student narrow down Read more…
Many families plan for college and try to figure out how to pay for it on their own, but they end up making mistakes that cost them thousands of dollars. Here’s why it pays to work with a college financial planner who can help you avoid those mistakes and make your kids’ college dreams come true with a smart financial plan.
