Nothing is more appealing to soon-to-be/current college students and their parents than free money. However, it’s mind-boggling how so many families fail to fill out the Free Application for Student Aid (FAFSA) form each year.The cost of college can be stifling to most families, so you certainly … Read More
Educational Planning Resources
Key Financial Milestones for Teens and Young Adults
As summer gives way to fall, many of you are busy sending your children off to their first day of college or high school. After years of homework and extracurricular activity, you may look back with pride on the time and energy that your family has invested in their growth and learning. At the same … Read More
How College Students Can Build Good Credit
College students have a big disadvantage with credit as they likely do not have a credit score and are starting from scratch. As students continue to gain and further their independence, they also take on an abundance of responsibilities, many of which are financial. A lot of these financial … Read More
How to Balance Retirement and College Savings
Like many parents today, you probably feel like you have multiple financial goals you need to juggle at the same time. We understand this kind of financial pressure and want to help you make solid financial choices for you and your family. For example, one theme often comes up in discussion with the … Read More
College Savings Basics: 529 Plans & Maximizing School Aid
These days, the total average cost of higher education exceeds $140,000 per child at private four-year colleges.(1) The cost can even exceed $70,000-$75,000 a year at select schools and continues to grow exponentially. But there are several ways young students and their families can save to prepare … Read More