The coming of a new year often helps us take stock of where we are and where we want to be. We can make New Year's resolutions but in order to actually achieve those goals, we need to take some action. The topic of college planning and savings is something that many parents think about but they don't always know how to get started. That is why I am happy to partner with COUNTRY … [Read more...] about For The New Year, #TakeSimpleSteps And Start Investing In A College Savings Plan
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Why And When To Start Saving For College: #TakeSimpleSteps
I think most parents would like to see their children go to college. Despite the rising cost of a college education, it is still clear that your average college graduate has far more earning capacity than your non graduate. Most of us want our kids to reap the personal growth of the college years as well as to be set up for a better income. The challenge that stumps many of us … [Read more...] about Why And When To Start Saving For College: #TakeSimpleSteps
Looking For The Best College Savings Plan?
Most parents know that college tuition is not cheap. In fact, according to TIME, "These days, the average cost for a year at a four-year college ranges from $9,410 for in-state public tuition to $32,410 for private." As parents, we know that means we should begin saving for college as soon as possible but often figuring out how to save is hard. Well, today's post is sponsored … [Read more...] about Looking For The Best College Savings Plan?
How To Save Money For College And Stress Less
Who’s worried about paying for college? I am. But who has time to figure everything out? And even if you do figure it out, will you ever save enough? These are common question for those wondering how to save money for college. This post, sponsored by CollegeBacker, is designed to provide some relief to those working on savings for college. While there is no silver bullet, the … [Read more...] about How To Save Money For College And Stress Less
Upromise MasterCard® For Parents of College Students- Up To 10% Cash Back for College
This post is sponsored by Upromise by Sallie Mae, a program that lets you earn cash back for college on your everyday purchases! The benefits of cash back credit cards have long been a very attractive feature. That is why I am excited to tell you about a way to earn cash back for college. The Upromise MasterCard is perfect for those looking to fund college savings or pay down … [Read more...] about Upromise MasterCard® For Parents of College Students- Up To 10% Cash Back for College
Family Finances- Cost of University Planning Tips
Education savings is one of the most common question topics among parents- how to save for college, how much to save, and when to start. Parents from all walks of life are understandably concerned about the rising costs of tuition in the US, but also increasingly in UK (where a lot of my readers are from – Hello Blighty!) where fees have been steadily rising at unprecedented … [Read more...] about Family Finances- Cost of University Planning Tips
Ways To Think About Paying For College
As a parent, one of the scariest things I have to think about is paying for college- and I only have 2 kids! Going to college is so important and I want to show them how much I support them by at least helping them pay for part it. I expect them to show their commitment by getting good grades and trying to earn a scholarship. I imagine that paying for college will be a bundled … [Read more...] about Ways To Think About Paying For College