The College Student's Guide to Investing
Explore beginner-friendly investment options and practical ways to grow your savings while in school.
Read moreBudgeting Basics for Teens: An Introduction to Managing Your Money
This guide introduces teens to the basics of budgeting by helping them track their income and spending.
Read moreA Parent's Guide: Understanding the Costs of College
Understanding the full cost of college involves more than just tuition; parents should account for fees, room and board, books, and personal expenses.
Read moreCollege Funding: Discussing Financial Aid & Scholarship Opportunities With Ninth and Tenth Graders
Starting discussions about financial aid and scholarships with ninth and tenth graders helps set expectations for college funding.
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How to Build a $200,000 College Fund Without Changing Your Budget
How redirecting everyday baby expenses into a 529 college savings account can build serious college savings without changing your lifestyle.
Why Employers Are Adding College Savings Benefits
College costs are the number one financial stress for employees with families. Here is why forward-thinking employers are adding tuition benefit programs and what to look for when evaluating them.
College Application Fees
A guide to understanding and reducing the costs of applying to college.
10 Ways to Afford the College You Love
Here are 10 smart ways students can make their dream college more affordable.
Thriving on Your Own: Essential Skills for Campus Life
A practical guide to life skills every student needs when living away from home for the first time.
Starting College Strong: A Guide for First-Year Students
Practical tips for navigating academics, campus life, and newfound independence.
Guidebook: College Seniors Edition
This article aims to provide you with valuable insights and practical advice as you prepare to enter the real world.
Grandparent 529 Contributions and the New FAFSA: What Changed
The new FAFSA rules changed how grandparent-owned 529s affect financial aid and it's actually good news for families. Here's what the update means for you.
Desktop, Laptop, Handheld Devices - What Tech to Bring to Class?
This article we will talk about finding a daily driver for classwork and provide different use cases to help students identify what piece of hardware they should pick up as their own "daily driver."
Smart Strategies to Save for College: 5 Effective Ways to Plan Ahead
Explore practical college funding options, from 529 plans to Tuition Rewards-, to help your family prepare for future educational expenses.
Why You Should Thrift in College
This article will explore some of the perks of thrift shopping and tips for doing it well.
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Financing a Vehicle as a College Student
This article will teach you all you need to know when it comes to financing a vehicle as a college student.
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