College Planning
How Your House Can Impact Financial Aid
Hi Friend, August is here! As the leisurely days of summer move into a bustling school year, we want to help make sure you and your student(s) are on an affordable college-bound path. Is your student about to start their freshman year? Their first year of college is filled with new experiences that are both…
How Colleges Assess Home Equity for Financial Aid
Guest blogger Lynn O’Shaughnessy is the owner/CEO of The College Solution How colleges assess home equity for financial aid Plenty of parents worry that their home equity might hurt their child’s chances for financial aid. Luckily, at most state and private colleges and universities, the equity in your primary home is a non-issue. That’s because most schools…
Thinking about a Canadian Degree?
Hi Friend, Happy Canada Day! Attending a Canadian university can be an excellent choice for US students who are academically focused, independent, and looking for an international education close to home. If your student is considering this, Road2College highlights the advantages to getting a degree in Canada. While most students go to college to help ensure that…
Tips for a Financially Responsible Student
Heading off to college means gaining independence in several ways, and financial independence is one of the most important. Take some time to teach your student to navigate financial waters before they are on their own to avoid trouble with credit cards, overdraft fees and other tricky financial woes. Here are a few steps to…
Student Loan Interest Rates Are Rising
Hi Friend, It’s June! Summer is here. A warm congratulations to our graduating Seniors. You did it!For our rising Juniors and Seniors, the college preparation process can be overwhelming. From campus tours to letters of recommendation to essays, you have a lot to keep track of. With so much to do, it’s hard to know where or when to…
Your Guide to Federal Student Loans
Direct loans, repayments, need-based aid, dependent status… Do these make your head spin? College finances can be a confusing endeavor. We can help clear things up, starting with explaining the difference between two of the biggest federal loans available: Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized student loans. Traditionally, these are the two most common forms of federal…