Alright folks, I always get asked to give checklists and tasks to families in search of financial aid. While I am not a huge fan of giving step-by-step instructions (every family’s situation is different, after…
Date Archives 2015
College preparation in… Kindergarten?
You read that right, folks. As college admissions trends show that college prep has hit the playground set. Here’s the thing: I am in complete agreement that college conversation is and should be starting earlier…
Secret ways to get more financial aid
Last week I had a very interesting conversation with a father of a junior in high school. He was convinced he should not complete the FAFSA because he thought if he revealed his financial information…
Insider Tips on College Admissions: Why you should start early
While you might have a child in middle school or one that is a freshman, believe me it is not too early to start thinking college. Now don’t worry—I am not trying to scare you…
Is the FAFSA working against you: College Admissions Insider Tips
As I always say, it’s not enough to know the stuff. In college admissions you have to know the stuff behind the stuff. As we sail full speed ahead in this FAFSA season, we…
The Early Bird Gets The Worm: Financial Aid 101
Here are the top mistakes when filling out the FAFSA: FAFSA – Free Application for Federal Student Aid Not applying because families “THINK” they won’t qualify Having 1 letter or number wrong on your name,…
Proposed Tax Hike on College Savings Accounts: Watch out Middle Class
A new proposed tax hike has been brought up this week, and if are looking for ways to save for your child to go to college… read on. The levy in question would increase taxes…
College Acceptance Season: Did you do everything right?
It is January, so you know what that means. We are now approaching a stressful time for most high school seniors: college acceptance season. As students sit home and wait for their email to buzz…