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 with... read more →
We have to warn you. The competition for your student is fierce. Many parents already know what we’re talking about. When your student reaches high school (often after they register... 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 →
This fact may shock you...in recent years, the college dropout rate is up to 32.9%. Undergraduate freshmen have a one-year dropout rate of 24.1%. These numbers are startling, especially for... read more →
Join Joe Messinger for his Smart Money Moves for the College-Bound ™ WEBINAR. Joe answers parent's biggest questions about paying for college in Smart Money Moves for the College-Bound: Where... read more →
In Ohio alone, there are 1,794,000 student loan borrowers owing approximately $62+ billion in debt. The average borrower owes $34,721. These numbers don't lie - it's clear that paying for... read more →
For many families, paying for college is a cash flow problem. The reality is that parents will be receiving a $25,000 to $60,000 bill they've never dealt with before every... read more →
Updated July 2023. Teaching finances to students is something we feel passionately about. In the State of Ohio, the legislature has gone back and forth about how to teach budgeting... read more →
You finally made it to the end of your student’s senior year of high school. Congratulations! As a family, you successfully found a college that was just the right fit... read more →