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How to Start Saving for Your Child's College Education
Paying for College It can feel overwhelming, but don't let that stop you, because you really can do it. Start today. Here's how.
By Jamie Letcher, CRPC® Published
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How to Decipher a Financial Aid Letter
Paying for College Some colleges blur the lines between loans and grants.
By Kaitlin Pitsker Published
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Deadlines for 529 College-Savings Plan Distributions
Paying for College You may be able to use the 529 money for more expenses than you thought. But you must take withdrawals in the calendar year you incur the expense.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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The Advantages of Filing the FAFSA Form Early
Paying for College You can submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid for the next year of college starting October 1. And the earlier you file, the better your chances of receiving aid from schools themselves.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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How to Help Pay a Grandchild's Tuition
Paying for College Learn what you can pay for and what will get taxed.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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College Savings 101: Arguments Against 529 Plans and Alternatives That Might Work Better
Paying for College Before you pump money into a 529 College Savings Plan, make sure you have three important boxes checked. And even after you check those boxes, you might want to consider the alternatives.
By Casey Robinson, CFP Published
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How to Fund a Memorial Scholarship to Honor a Veteran
Paying for College With the help of a college or community foundation, you can establish a scholarship in the name of a loved one to help students in perpetuity.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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Best Ways to Pay for Grad School
Paying for College Getting an advanced degree isn't cheap. But you may not need to go into debt.
By Thomas H. Blanton Published
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Gifting College to Your Grandchild
Paying for College With college costs skyrocketing, some grandparents are looking for ways to help pay for grandkids' educations. But before you pull out the checkbook, consider these smart strategies.
By Mary Kane Published
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