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Kids and Education
Saving for your child’s future
Tips on saving for a child’s future, whether it’s college, trade school, a down payment on a home, or seed money to start a business.
How to Get Started with a 529 College Savings Plan
Getting started with a 529 college savings plan doesn’t have to be confusing.
Financial Checklist: First Job
Here are some financial considerations when you’re starting your first job.
Affording Higher Education
How to afford higher education
Maximize College Financial Aid
In this article, we discuss maximizing financial aid for college. A child’s college education can be a big family expense A college education is often the largest major expense outside of retirement for many families. According to the Federal Reserve (link opens in new tab), student loans represent the second-highest consumer debt category behind mortgages, […]
Teaching Kids about Money
In this article, we consider ways of teaching kids about money. I often talk with clients about how to teach their kids about money. I’ve also had many conversations with my husband about ways to educate our son about money. I don’t want him to be spoiled, or overly focused on money. But I do […]
Give the Gift of Education this Holiday Season
In this article, we will discuss how to make contributing to a child’s education savings account an enjoyable gift. College is expensive now, and it’s getting ever more costly. According to The College Board (link opens in new tab), in 10 years the projected cost of a 4 year public college degree is expected to […]