September is College Savings Month: Why Start Saving Early? Many families are concerned about the rising cost of college tuition. With the increasing financial burden, it's crucial to start saving early and take advantage of the benefits of compounding interest. The Rising Cost of College Tuition The cost of college tuition has been steadily increasing […]
College represents a time of independence in a young adult’s life. It may be the first time that your child has almost complete control over their own finances. From deciding how to use their spending money to deciphering student loan options, it can be difficult for students to adjust to the financial side of college […]
If you’re a parent of a child who may be heading to college in the future, it’s likely that you’ve thought about how to pay for their tuition. But paying for college is no small feat—with tuition rates constantly rising, college is a huge investment. One of the best ways to be prepared for the […]
It’s no secret that the cost of pursuing higher education is becoming unaffordable, even for affluent families. But if you have aspirations of sending your child to college, it is possible, but there are some details to consider. According to the College Board’s Trends in Higher Education, the average budget for a public, four-year in-state education […]
Walking across the stage and receiving your college degree can be the first step toward adulthood. Gone is the structure of education, replaced by the uncertainty of finding your first professional career. But one thing that is often certain after graduation is student loan debt. While the U.S. Department of Education extended the student loan […]
Navigating the Post-Cancellation Era of Student Loans In a shocking turn of events, the Supreme Court has halted the presidential student loan forgiveness plan.1 So, where does that leave you and your outstanding student loans? Let's navigate this new financial landscape together. What This Decision Means for Your Student Loans The court's decision might seem like […]
As a young parent looking to the future, you may be faced with a daunting choice: do you save earnestly to secure your retirement, or save to fund your children’s education? It’s possible to do both, but with the cost of college education and retirement rising faster than the rate of inflation, targeting just one of […]
