The Current Student Loan Situation It’s fair to say the student loan environment has…and I believe this is the technical term…gotten completely out of control. As of 2019, total student loan debt sits at about $1.6 trillion—exceeding total auto loan debt (almost $1.2 trillion) and consumer credit card debt (nearly $1.1 trillion). Also, as US…
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Have you ever had a job or been in a business where acronyms seemed to exist in every email subject line, every report, and every team meeting? Of course, we all have! Do you think college planning is any different? Nope! This article is going to help you get to know the important acronyms. Here…
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Finding Answers to Your College Questions When it comes to preparing for college, there are many important questions that a family has to ask. Here are some of the big ones: How do I find the right college for my child? How much does each school cost? Where can I find the timeline for admissions?…
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Your Annual FAFSA Reminder This school year, there will between $2 billion and $3 billion left on the table by students that would qualify for it if they just fill out one form. What is this magical form that could open the doors to the majority of this money? The FAFSA! Data shows that 36%…
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Figure Out How NOT to Pay for College As of 2019, funding college is one of the most difficult financial hurdles for any American family. A college degree has become increasingly expected for quality employment. Combine this with the fact that college costs on average increase at twice the rate of inflation, and you see…
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Why Using the Correct Type of Life Insurance for College Funding is Critical Have you ever heard the phrase, “grandparents have it easy! They get all the fun, then hand the kid back for all the hard work”? If your family is anything like mine, that’s been said more than once during a car exchange…
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Overview: The Current Situation of Student Loan Debt Is a college diploma even worth it in 2019? In recent years, college has been the logical next step for many high school graduates who are eager to gain more knowledge, develop their skills, and ultimately accelerate their careers. But are all these high school graduates ready…
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What is a 529 plan? A 529 is a tax-advantaged college savings plan that can now be used for K-12 tuition as well. You make after-tax contributions and your earnings will not be taxed at withdrawal as long as you use the funds to pay for qualified education expenses. These plans also have no income…
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College costs, and by extension, student debt, have gotten out of hand. There are numerous ideas and opinions on how to best address the student loan crisis, ranging from federal debt forgiveness to universities shouldering part of the burden. Most of these strategies overlook the root of the issue. The solution that strikes me as…
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This post was originally published on March 28, 2019. It was updated on September 6, 2019. Putting the College Admissions Scandal in Perspective The recent college admissions scandal should give us all pause for thought. Most of us don’t appreciate those who cut in line or use wealth and power to influence what is perceived…
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