AI is profoundly changing the future job market for students going to college, and many parents are worried. But here’s why parents need to be cautious and avoid the doomsday hype, and here are some key tips to help college-bound students prepare for education and life in the new AI-influenced reality.
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THCC Episode 171 – Is College Really Worth It? Costs, Benefits, and Smarter Planning for Families
Is college truly worth the investment? Many parents worry about the full value of a college education these days, including the true cost of college, future earning potential, student debt, and whether it’s all worth it. Listen to my podcast discussion with college counselor Chuck Erickson for expert advice to help you dispel the myths about college value and make smarter, more realistic decisions for your family. Listen Now…
6 Ways to Pay for College
If you have a child who’s heading off to college soon, you might be wondering how you’re going to pay for the costs. There are only six ways to pay, and most families will use a combination of some or all of them. Here’s a breakdown of the six ways to pay and some important things to keep in mind for each one.
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.
Inheritance and College Financial Aid: What Beneficiaries Need to Know
An inheritance can be a financial windfall if you’re a beneficiary, and one of the most common ways that people use money that they’ve inherited is to help pay for college costs. However, if you’re not careful and don’t understand the assets you’re inheriting or how to manage them properly, you could end up losing a lot of money. Here is what you need to know and how to avoid the biggest mistakes with inherited assets.
8 Inherited Assets and How They Impact College Financial Aid
When you receive an inheritance, the financial assets that you inherit can potentially have a hugely negative impact on college financial aid. In this article, we’ll take a look at the eight types of inherited assets, how they affect financial aid eligibility, and the smart strategies you can use to help you minimize any negative impact on college.
