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Student Loan Interest Rates for the 2023-24 School Year
Rising interest rates have resulted in increases in student loan interest rates for the coming year.
FAFSA Simplification: What You Need to Know 2
FAFSA Simplification is changing many elements that contribute to the Student Aid Index.
FAFSA Simplification: What You Need to Know
FAFSA Simplification is coming this year. Last week the Department of Education announced that this year’s FAFSA will come out in December. But that’s not all!
Life Insurance is a Terrible Choice for College Savings
Life insurance policies are great for life insurance salespeople. They’re not great for paying for college.
Where is the Pause Button?
Senior year is a whirlwind. It’s worth taking a minute to take it all in, especially when all the doors are still open.
Free College!
Want to pay nothing for college? You have more options than you might think.
SECURE 2.0 and 529 to Roth IRA Rollovers
The SECURE 2.0 Act allows for 529 to Roth rollovers— but with some limitations.
Does It Matter Where You Go to College?
This year’s Rhodes Scholars recipients were announced a couple of weeks ago. Normally I pen a paean to the diversity of colleges represented in the selection, supporting the notion that plenty of schools prepare students to compete at the highest levels.
Year-End Checklist
Wherever you are on the college planning journey, here are a few actions you can take before the end of the year.
It’s Thanksgiving and I’m Thankful
Even if Thanksgiving is different this year, I have so much to be thankful for.
Is a Roth IRA a Good Choice for College Savings?
Roth IRAs are often touted as a college savings vehicle because “the FAFSA doesn’t count them.” There’s more to it than that.
How Do You Choose a College?
So much goes into your college choice. My son’s choice is equal parts confessional and humblebrag.
FAFSA Simplification: What Do You Need to Do?
Next year’s FAFSA will be different from this year’s, and the changes might cost you financial aid. Here’s what you need to know to minimize negative surprises.
How Do You Apply for Scholarships?
You’ve applied to the college, but how do you get the scholarships?
What About the CSS Profile?
Have you filed the FAFSA? You might not be done yet: you might also have to file the CSS Profile. What is it and what do you do about it?