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Understanding 529 ABLE Plans on their 10th Birthday
In 2014, the U.S. Congress passed milestone legislation for the disability community: The Stephen Beck, Jr. Achieving a Better Life Experience Act (ABLE). The legislation allows people with disabilities to save money without risking the loss of their federal disability benefits.
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The Ripple Effect: Understanding How Student Loans Impact Your Student’s Credit Score
For many students, pursuing higher education is a worthwhile investment in their future. However, this pursuit often comes with the financial burden of student loans. Beyond the immediate challenges of repayment, it’s crucial for parents and students to understand how these loans can have a lasting impact on students’ credit scores. In this blog post,…
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Ask the Financial Aid Expert: Gregg Cohen
John Hupalo, host of MyCollegeCorner’s podcast, recently sat down with Gregg Cohen, President of Campus Bound and Founder of College Affordable to talk about the new FAFSA form. In late December 2023, the U.S. Department of Education “soft launched” the new form. Gregg answered the most pressing questions parents have about the new form, which…
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10 FAQs to Clear Up FAFSA Confusion
Everyone has questions about the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You are not alone.