Avoid the Scams
Fraud takes many forms and scams have been around for a long time. With the emergence of the internet and social media, it’s become much harder to identify who is legitimate and who is the fraudster. Even [...]
Beyond Financial Aid – Let's Talk Loans
Financing college tuition, fees and expenses can be daunting. However, taking advantage of student loans may help lighten the financial burden. There are several type of loans available, both good and not-so-good. Primarily, students can get [...]
Leveraging Your Business to Fund Your Child's College Education
If you have children and are following this blog series, there is a good chance you are actively planning to send your child (or children) to a college or university. Finding ways to save for college [...]
Financial Aid Planning – Expected Family Contribution (EFC)
As you choose a plan to help save for your child’s education, you may also want to find out how financial aid can help you pay for higher education costs. The prospect of paying for college [...]
6 Ways Your School Guidance Counselor Can Help You Get Into College
A high school’s guidance counseling department and the programs they support are critical resources for both the student and their parents in preparing for college. School counselors are highly trained professionals who typically have advanced degrees. [...]
College Planning – 7 Steps to Keep Your Money & Your Sanity
One of the most financially savvy gifts a parent or guardian can give their child is to send them to college. Even with student debt, the difference in a college graduate’s lifetime earnings vs that of [...]