Financial Matters: Understanding Your 529 College Savings Plan
As college costs continue to rise, parents of college-bound students are increasingly turning to 529 plans as a strategic way to save for children's education....
Financial Matters: Making Private Colleges Affordable
Private colleges across the United States have expanded their merit aid programs in response to competition from public institutions and affordability concerns....
Financial Matters: What Parents of High School Seniors Need to Know
This year’s financial aid landscape brings changes that parents of college-bound seniors should understand. The traditional financial aid timeline has shifted....
Financial Matters: Return on Investment
Just like when making big purchases, such as a car or house, families need to weigh costs of colleges against the expected benefits- the return on investment....
Financial Matters: Avoiding Financial Aid and FAFSA Mistakes
As your high schooler prepares for college, navigating financial aid can feel confusing. Here’s a guide to avoid common financial...
Financial Matters: Keeping Application Costs in Check
Applying to college can be a costly proposition. Here are some ways students and their families can help reduce that financial burden....
Financial Matters: ED/EA and Financial Aid
Understanding how financial aid factors into applying Early Decision or Early Action is something families should understand when creating an application plan....
Financial Matters: Financial and Legal Matters for New College Students
When teens turn 18, they love that they are now legally adults. But there are a few legal and financial issues that should be addressed before going to college....
Financial Matters: Payment Options for College
There are different options for paying tuition, such as tuition payment plans, taking a home equity loan or line of credit, Parent Plus loans, and credit cards....
Financial Matters: College Tax Credits
College is expensive. Educational tax benefits can help students offset the cost of college by reducing their or their parents’ federal tax bill....
