There’s no doubt about it – college is a huge investment for you and your kid. Not only will you need to save up to cover the fees, you will also need to save to cover living costs as well. Many parents start saving when their children are at a very young age, but […]
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How to Save for College: A Numbers Game
By Suzanne Shaffer on Thursday, April 5th, 2018 | Comments Off on How to Save for College: A Numbers Game
Should You “Follow the Money” When Choosing a College?
By Suzanne Shaffer on Tuesday, February 6th, 2018 | Comments Off on Should You “Follow the Money” When Choosing a College?
I’ve said over and over again to parents, “You’ve got to look at the statistics when it comes to paying for college.” Before the list begins, before the college visits start and before the applications are completed, you MUST know how much it costs and if you can afford to pay for it. You […]
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Preparing for the High Cost of College
By Suzanne Shaffer on Sunday, August 13th, 2017 | Comments Off on Preparing for the High Cost of College
It’s no secret that college is expensive, and most parents will spend their working lives post-children saving for it. Unfortunately, there are no fixed costs when it comes to college, and fees and other expenses can rise and fall in line with the economy. Knowing what to expect when it comes to college expenses […]
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Finding the Right Financial Strategy for your College-Bound Student
By Suzanne Shaffer on Wednesday, April 26th, 2017 | Comments Off on Finding the Right Financial Strategy for your College-Bound Student
Parents have tough choices to make deciding on their financial standing when sending their kids to college. How much help should they offer? How do they make sure that their children learn financial responsibility? What is the best financial strategy? Here are a few possible answers. Paying for your child’s college is a good idea if […]
Read More...Credit Card Facts and Risks for College Students
By Suzanne Shaffer on Thursday, February 23rd, 2017 | 1 Comment
It is easy to be lured in getting a credit card when you are in college. This is due to the expenses that you need to pay and the limited amount of money that you have. Getting a credit card won’t be a problem if you know you are able to repay what you […]
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