The ACT and SAT test have been a major part of the college admissions process for decades, but things have changed dramatically in recent years. and there’s now a big decision that students and parents need to make about testing. Find out what’s changed, what decision you need to make, and how it could impact your future, all in my latest blog.
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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.
Questions to Ask Your Financial Advisor About College Planning
If your family has a financial advisor or you’re looking to hire one to help you with college, it’s crucial to make sure you ask the right questions and make sure you’re working with someone who has the right expertise in retirement, college, investing, and overall financial planning. Here’s what to ask and how to evaluate the answers.
New SAI and FAFSA Changes: What Counselors Need to Know
Major new changes to federal financial aid rules are going into effect this fall, and if you’re a high school guidance counselor, you probably have a lot of questions about the changes and what they mean for the students and families you advise. Here’s what’s changing and what you need to know so you can provide accurate advice and links to helpful resources for your students.
THCC 529 Plan Series EP 4: Advanced Strategies Around 529 Plans
When you’re investing in a 529 college savings plan, it’s important to understand the advanced strategies you can use to potentially maximize your savings growth, take advantage of tax benefits, and protect your investment. In this episode of the Taming the High Cost of College Podcast, John Munley and I wrap up our four-episode series on 529 plans with a great discussion of how you can take your savings strategies to the next level. Listen Now…
THCC 529 Plan Series EP 3: 529s and Other College Savings Plans
529 college savings plans are one of the most popular ways to save and grow money for college. But they’re not the only option. In this episode of the Taming the High Cost of College Podcast, John Munley and I talk about 529 plans and other investment options, the pros and cons of each, and some of the best strategies you can use to potentially maximize benefits for your student and family. Listen Now…
