Saving for College
5 Questions Parents Most Often Ask About Their 529 Plans
529 plans are one of the go-to college savings options for parents. They are heavily marketed, tax-advantaged, let you make high annual contributions, and don’t have income or age restrictions. Many families have some money in 529 plans (which they plan to use for college). If you’re one of those families who have some college…
Making and Sticking to a College Budget
By Kaitlin Hurtado Published April 3rd, 2018 on Uloop “Broke” and “college student” are often paired together when discussing the typical student’s financial situation. Between struggling a part-time job (or several) and academics or waiting until your next financial aid disbursement, you might find yourself struggling to get by at one point or another during your college…
FAFSA Time!
How Americans Pay for College If you are a parent of a senior, October is that scary time of year, financial aid application time! Don’t be frightened, we’ve got all the info you need to make the right moves. This month’s Tips for Parents of Seniors article is a must read before completing the FAFSA…
Are Private Colleges Worth It?
Private Colleges & the Sibling Factor Are private colleges worth the hefty cost? It’s September and Back to School Time for Everyone! As a parent of a college bound student, the decision whether to pay more for one college education versus another is daunting. This month’s Featured Find discusses results from last year’s CAPSEE report which challenges the assumption…
April 2017 Newsletter: Effective Financial Appeals, Weighing Costs & College Choice
April 2017 Newsletter Should You Appeal Your Aid Offer? It’s April! Congratulations to all our seniors! College acceptances and financial aid offers have finally arrived. YOU get to choose your best academic, social, and financial fit college. Parents and students sometimes ask: Can I appeal my financial award? Yes, this option exists, there is a process in…