For most families, student loans must be part of the college-funding conversation. Families can minimize the amount of debt their students take on through careful planning for smart savings, tax... read more →
In today's college search, students put so much stress on themselves to find the right "fit." Often, they focus on schools where they can get in and get a great... read more →
Updated November 2023. Grandparents want to help. They see the expense ahead for their kids to pay for college education for their grandkids. The goal for everyone is to help... read more →
Raise your hand if you (or your kids) have untouched money left in an old 529 Plan after you graduated college. Good problem to have by the way! This is... read more →
As of October 1, 2023, the “pause” on federal student loan payments will end. The pause was enacted during COVID-19 in 2020 and has been in place for nearly 3... read more →
This time of year, juniors are starting to consider where they want to apply in the coming year and seniors are starting their application and financial aid process now through... read more →
We originally posted this blog when the changes were announced in April. Since October is in right around the corner, we want to remind you of the FAFSA changes. One... read more →
Determining financial aid is based on a family's "need." Need is determined by looking at a family's income and assets (and, in some financial aid applications, expenses like medical bills).... read more →
August always seems to bring a fresh perspective on finances and life. The long days of summer are winding down and you might be feeling that classic “back to school”... read more →
West Virginia University – that state’s largest public “flagship” university – recently announced that they’re cutting several academic programs due to a multi-million-dollar operating deficit. This announcement sent shockwaves through... read more →