When families file for federal financial aid, they will complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is required at colleges to determine eligibility for federal grants,... read more →
Work-study federal student aid…what is it and who can take advantage of it? When today’s Gen X parents were college students, they could earn enough money through their own work... read more →
As we write this blog, our country is griped in a pandemic. Practically everything shut down, and now we are beginning the slow process of adjusting to our new normal... read more →
Beth Probst, Founder and CEO of At The Core, has some thoughts to share about high school course options and how they can save money on college. At The Core... read more →
The world of college admissions is ever changing. Recent negative headlines like the Operation Varsity Blues admission scandal has shown a light on a problem with ACT and SAT testing--often... read more →
Too often parents can become stuck in a mindset that the only possible college for their student is an elite one. The recent college admission scandal is a great example... read more →
Many college graduates are trying to pay off their student loans AND save for retirement. They are failing. Retirement is being put on hold while they focus on simply making... read more →
Politicians (better than anyone) know how to tailor their message to their potential voters. One hot topic is the possibility of free college. The state of New York announced their... read more →
When applying for financial aid, students and their parents submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) each year. In any given year, some filings are selected for FAFSA... read more →
As readers of our Capstone Wealth Partners blog, you know our mission — to end the student loan crisis one family at a time. We are continuously sharing information about... read more →