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Personal Financing: Start Early, Save Often
It’s normal for parents to worry about sending their students to college, but it’s not only about academics. One of the key foundations to success is a command of personal finances. Research from America’s Promise Alliance shows that a lack of transparency and simplicity in the application process can make paying for an associate’s or bachelor’s…
Be the “Starving Student” No More: 5 Money-Saving Tips
With the massive expenses tied to college attendance, it’s no wonder the “starving student” stereotype remains prevalent. For any student, stashing away an extra $20 per week or even cutting down needed expenses dime for dime is a crucial factor in surviving today’s high-cost environment. Use these tips to help ease the financial pressure from…
College Students: Personal Finance
It’s normal for parents to worry about sending their students to college, but it’s not just their academics that parents should worry about. They should also think about making sure their college student understands personal finances. Research from America’s Promise Alliance shows that a lack of transparency and simplicity in the application process can make…
Mortgage: Is It a Smart Way to Pay for College? Part 2
The time has come for your student to start thinking about colleges, which means it’s time to think about how they are going to pay for it. Many parents look to their home equity as a possible source of funds to pay for college. Last week, we went over the questions you should ask yourself…