Financial Aid– It’s Time to Apply

By Jen Rose / September 6, 2016

It’s almost time to apply for financial aid! Did you know the dates for the FAFSA® have changed? For those who will go to school beginning 2017-2018, students can fill…

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Don’t Use Your 401(K) To Pay For College!

By Brock Jolly / July 18, 2016

As the cost of college heads for the stratosphere and student loans become more costly due to higher interest rates, many families may find themselves a bit cash-strapped and begin…

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The Private Scholarship Game (Part 3) – Frequently Asked Questions

By Brock Jolly / May 21, 2016

Q: How can I find out about what scholarships are out there? A: Your best scholarship research sources include: The Internet (try the free scholarship search engine located at the…

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Secrets to saving for college: Local families working with financial planner

By Brock Jolly / March 4, 2016

ROANOKE (WSLS 10) –  The average cost of college can top $20,000 a year when you add in room and board. Families all over the country are trying to save…

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Choosing The Right Career Path Before You Pick A College Can Save You Thousands Of Dollars!

By Brock Jolly / November 16, 2015

Choosing a career path is one of the most important decisions that students face today. Lack of planning can force students into a five or six-year college degree. Students who…

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These Colleges Gave The Best Financial Aid Packages for 2015-2016

By Brock Jolly / September 2, 2015

  Every year the cost of college seems to outpace the rate of inflation. You would think that our weak economy would have an effect on college prices, but it…

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The 20 Most Expensive Colleges For Incoming Freshmen (2015-2016)

By Brock Jolly / August 17, 2015

Every year the cost of college seems to outpace the rate of inflation. You would think that our weak economy would have an effect on college prices, but it never…

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Little-Known Secrets of Paying for College: A Planning Primer

By Brock Jolly / February 27, 2012

By Brock Jolly The College Funding Coach For most high school graduates, a college education has become an expectation, rather than an option. For many families, the exorbitant cost of…

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