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• What College Really Costs: A Smart Guide for Parents Planning Ahead
  When you’re the parent of a middle school student, college may feel years away, but high school and the cost of higher education may arrive sooner than you think. As your child begins exploring interests and future goals, starting early can make a meaningful difference. The sooner you begin, the more time your savings have […]
• FAFSA 101: What High Schoolers (and Their Parents) Need to Know Now
  Filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid can be a little stressful, but completing this form is one of the smartest moves college-bound students and their parents can make. That’s because the FAFSA is the gateway to federal financial aid, grants, work-study programs and student loans. Every year, approximately 13 million students receive […]
• 3 Ways to Turn Your Childcare Costs into a College Savings Plan
  The move to pre-K or kindergarten brings many reasons to celebrate. Your child is growing and learning and starting an exciting new chapter, and your family budget is poised for a healthy boost.  That’s right — those costly childcare fees are about to drop or disappear altogether, leaving you with something of a monthly windfall. […]