Key FAFSA changes will impact student aid
Important changes to the FAFSA filing will take effect this year and impact student aid levels for some families.
Category: College Savings
College-bound students stay on track with a dynamic plan
Families with college-bound students may want to consider a plan with a dual approach to help achieve college planning goals.
Mapping out a plan for studying abroad
As more students consider studying abroad it is important to understand program requirements and map out a plan.
SCOTUS ruling on loan forgiveness underscores need to save
The need to save for college becomes more significant with less federal aid available and loan forgiveness proposal is struck down by SCOTUS.
Decision made: Why 529 plans are a popular choice for college
A growing number of families are using 529 plans to save for college.
As FAFSA rules change, more grandparents may save in 529 plans
More grandparents may consider funding a 529 plan for their grandchildren as financial aid rules change.
SECURE 2.0 creates new backdoor Roth opportunity
Beginning in 2024, the SECURE Act allows unused funds from a college savings plan to be transferred to a Roth IRA in a form of backdoor Roth strategy.
Preparing for the final lap before college
As students take the final lap before college the last two years of high school are critical to strengthen their applications and make the college decision.
Millions of borrowers may benefit from student loan forgiveness
The administration announced a program for student loan forgiveness for debtors who meet certain income requirements.
How high school freshmen can start mapping their path to college
As students transition to high school, there are many action items for parents and students to consider as they map their path to college.