Resources to Help You Manage Your Money
Don’t Miss Out on Financial Aid: 7 Things You Need to Know About the FAFSA
October is the time when families start filling out the FAFSA and applying for financial aid. Many families miss out on financial aid by skipping this important step. Here are seven things families need to know about the FAFSA and applying for financial aid.
Preparing for College: Birth-Age 12
Many parents wonder what they can do to prepare for college when their children are younger. If you follow these tips for your birth to age 12 child, you’ll be in great shape when it comes time to guide your high schooler through the college admissions process.
5 Ways to Save for Your Child’s College Education
Wondering how to save for your child’s college education? Maybe you’ve heard of a 529 College Savings Plan but are wondering if their are other education funding options? Learn five different ways to save for college and how to decide which is right for you.
Paying for College: The “Sticker Price” vs. the Price You Pay
With the cost of a college education rising astronomically each year, many families worry about how they will ever be able to afford it. Luckily, most people do not pay the “sticker price” for college. Read more to learn about how college pricing works and get some tips to make financial aid work for you.
How to Save for College
A college education is one of the biggest purchases most of us ever make, yet saving up for it can be a confusing and difficult process. Many parents are still paying off their own student loans and the idea of trying to save enough for your child to go to college can make you just want to give up altogether. Follow these tips to start saving for college now without losing your mind.