529 College Savings Plan – Part II
TweetLast month I blogged about the 529 college savings plan and received some excellent questions that I felt would be beneficial to share with everyone (along with the answers of course). I pretty...
View ArticleIs College Worth the hefty price tag?
TweetThat is the million dollar question, and I mean that literally not figuratively these days. Education costs have soared in recent years at a rate far greater than inflation. And with the U.S....
View ArticleCost Of Education Up 439%
TweetWant to hear a frightening statistic? According to the National Center for Public Policy and Education the cost of attending college has risen 439 percent from 1982 to 2006. 439 percent!!! Now I...
View ArticleTwo Year Plan, Four Year Result
TweetA two year college serves as the perfect cost effective gateway for those looking to one day obtain a bachelors degree. I can tell you I have never had a potential employer ask me if I any of my...
View ArticleRight Now Blog: College Tuition Edition
TweetWithout a doubt, one of the biggest anxieties about going to college or graduate school is the pricetag. Depending on the school, it can go anywhere up to $60,000 a year (including most fees, room...
View ArticleTo Claim or not to Claim: College Loans and Taxes
It's tax season again and one of the most common questions from students right now is whether or not they have to claim grants, loans, or scholarships on their taxes. So to clarify, students have to...
View ArticleShould you borrow from your 401k to pay tuition?
This week, many student nationwide are rejoicing in their college decisions, having just sent their deposits to their chosen colleges. Simultaneously, parents everywhere are worrying about how to pay...
View ArticleWhat color is the FAFSA form this year
TweetEvery year we get the same question, so here is your answer: For the 2013–2014 year, the FAFSA will be green, with a purple section for parents. For the current year, 2012–2013 the FAFSA is...
View ArticleCollege Costs Out of Control
Despite the concerns arising over the recent increase in the federal student loan interest rate, the real problem at hand is the rising cost of college, and decline in government grants
View Article5 Ways to Cover College Costs
Whether you’re a soon-to-be freshman or second semester senior, it is never easy to figure out how to cover the costs of college. With tuition and hidden fees averaging out to about $40,000 per year,...
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