• Veterans: Plan Ahead with Education Benefits

    Veterans: Plan Ahead with Education Benefits

    Veterans Day gives us an opportunity to say thank you to Veterans and their families – all of whom sacrifice so much to serve our country.   It’s also an appropriate time to review a wide variety of educational benefits available to Veterans and their families. 

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  • Maximize your Basket of College Funding

    Maximize your Basket of College Funding

    With research, early preparation, and open discussions, financing your student’s college education doesn’t have to be confusing. Here are some things to think about:

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  • Families focus on key criteria for college choice

    Families focus on key criteria for college choice

    With applications opening August 1, families are getting ready to make tough choices about college. But how are families deciding? College selection can be very emotional, but it’s rooted in logical factors that lead to a final decision. Here are some criteria points.

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  • How financial literacy helps with college affordability

    How financial literacy helps with college affordability

    There’s no doubt that college is expensive.  Just ask any parent helping their son or daughter enroll this fall, or even filing the FAFSA in preparation for next year.  College affordability is at the heart of the issue.  Let’s consider how financial literacy helps manage decisions about college affordability.

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  • Paying for college with Early Admissions

    Paying for college with Early Admissions

    As the school year rolls around, the college application process is in full swing. Terms such as “early action” or “early decision” are common for students looking to be admitted to a school much earlier than the standard admission deadline. If your student is thinking about applying early it is important to know all the…

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  • Budgeting- Where to start

    Budgeting- Where to start

    The fundamental principles of budgeting are important to teach your children from their earliest years. A budget may seem tricky at first, but rather than being restrictive, it actually allows you to feel more in control of your money and know where it’s going.

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  • Saving Tips for Back to School

    Saving Tips for Back to School

    The total cost of college is rising across the country. If you’re concerned with how to help your child, you’re not alone. When thinking about college costs, especially for students living on campus, you have to look at the big picture.

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  • The Keys for Making Student and Parent Loans Work for You

    The Keys for Making Student and Parent Loans Work for You

    Using loans to pay for college can work well or be a nightmare.    Those who know the facts, plan ahead and borrow as little as possible — and responsibly — don’t often run in to problems.  You can be in that boat.

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  • Housing options for the College Years

    Housing options for the College Years

    Parents taking a look at housing for their college students transitioning out of high school will notice the different options come with pros and cons. It’s best to weigh the options by considering the personal and social needs of your student while staying on budget for your family. Understanding the details will keep you from…

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