College Cost Clarity: Sticker Price vs. Net Price
The Different College Price Tags Are you a parent of a high schooler getting ready to embark on the exciting college search journey? Congrats! You’ve made […]
Unlocking College Affordability with MyCAP: A Personalized Approach to Financial Planning for Higher Education
I think we can all agree on the importance of college for some students as a time of personal and intellectual growth that has the potential […]
Smart Strategies for Using Your 529: From College Tuition to Roth IRA Contributions
Congratulations on having saved for college. The addition of 529 savings to your plan gives your student more options for finding an affordable college education. You also […]
Pre-paid Tuition Plans – Is it Smart to Buy In?
What is A Pre-Paid Tuition Plan? A pre-paid tuition plan is an account to save to pay for college. It’s similar to a 529 in that […]
What is A Financial Safety School? Should You Have at Least One on Your College List?
A “financial safety” school is a college that you know your family can afford. It is always a good idea to have your student put at […]
Will Saving For College Hurt My Financial Aid?
Is Saving for College a Bad Idea? NO! Saving for college is a good idea- and most times necessary to pay the college bill; especially if […]
Create your College Budget – Understanding what YOU can Afford
We know no one likes to talk about budgets, but shopping for college requires understanding how much you can afford to pay and creating a college […]
What is a 529 Plan?
What is a 529 Plan? In this video, we’ll explain what a 529 is and how it can help you save for your child’s education. If […]
Research and Compare 529 Plans
Browse 529 plans by state A 529 Plan is a college savings account that is funded by after-tax dollars. However, money invested in a 529 […]
Understanding Your 529 Plan: Qualified Expenses and More
What Expenses Can Be Paid from a 529 Plan? Up to this point, parents have SAVED for college and SHOPPED for college. Suddenly, you come to […]