Paying for college begins here
Finding the best gifts for high school students can feel a bit challenging. Not all adults understand what will interest the teenagers in their lives, leaving them at a bit of a loss. Plus, if your student is a high school senior, you may want to focus on gifts that will also be enjoyable when…
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Finding the best gifts for college students isn’t always easy. If your student lives in a dorm room, they may not have room for a bunch of stuff, making certain gifts a poor fit. Additionally, you may debate whether you should focus on their needs or concentrate on wants. Join our free webinar if you…
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As a single parent, paying for a child’s college can seem like a daunting task. You may only have one income to work within your household, limiting your ability to save. Even if you receive child support, there might not be much leftover in the end, making you wonder if you’ll be able to contribute…
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How to deal with empty nest syndrome is something that ends up on most parents’ minds. While your student heading off to college is, of course, exciting, it is also scary. Not only does it mark a substantial change in your student’s life, but it also marks a significant shift in your own. As a…
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As summer begins to wind down, back-to-school planning ramps up. Getting school supplies is a normal part of the process, ensuring students have the right tools to start the year off strong. But many options aren’t eco-conscious, which isn’t ideal. Luckily, there is a wide variety of eco-friendly school supplies that aren’t just green, but…
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For many teens, the idea of budgeting is a bit ambiguous. Most students understand that budgeting is a good idea. However, budgeting for teens isn’t something that’s taught in most high schools. Plus, budgeting is one of many things that parents forget to teach their college-bound kids. Often, it isn’t intentional; it merely slips a…
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If your student has headed into their senior year (Class of 2021), there’s no question that their high school senior year is exciting… but it’s also incredibly busy! Between the admissions process, scholarships, testing, finals, prom, graduation and more, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. When it comes to college planning, it may seem like there…
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Parents often concentrate on specific areas when they impart wisdom on their college-bound children. Many of the most commonly shared tips focus on academic success, while others include tips on navigating common social situations and being safe while out and about. While all of those things are important, they aren’t the only things teens need…
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Before your high schooler goes to college, it’s crucial that they have particular life skills that will help them thrive. But some of these core competencies are accidentally neglected, especially if they are activities that parents normally manage. Without certain life skills, your student isn’t only going to be faced with the new challenge of…
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As the school year begins, a new batch of high school seniors typically set their sights on college. They start reviewing options, identifying costs, and preparing their applications for admission (if they haven’t done so already). When reviewing costs at each school, room, and board is a common line item on the list, especially for…
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