If you’re a parent who wants to help your child or children pay for college, you probably want to maximize how much you can save and contribute toward their tuition and expenses. Here’s how you can do it with a 529 savings plan, which is one of the most popular ways for families to maximize their college savings.
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10 Things to Consider Before Choosing a College
As parents, we want to do the best for our kids, but giving them the best in a college education means spending money and potentially impacting our long-term finances. So how do you decide what is best for your child and family? Here are 10 key considerations that will help put you on the right path.
Student Loan Debt Forgiveness: Quick Facts for Parents
If you or your children have borrowed federal student loans, and you currently have any balances, you are potentially eligible for the new student loan forgiveness program announced by President Biden. Here are some quick facts and details you should know about the program, whether you qualify, and how to apply.
The Top 10 College Planning Mistakes
In the years I’ve spent helping families plan for college, I’ve encountered families that have made major mistakes that can cost them thousands of dollars or even derail their college plans.
Here are the top 10 mistakes I see families make and how you can avoid them.
Spring is Here and It’s Time to Visit Colleges.
As we head into spring, this is a crucial time to schedule college visits with your student. Spring break and the spring months are an ideal 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 […]