21 Ways to Save for College
Written by V. Ellis… Saving for post-secondary education — no matter if it’s a 2-year college, 4-year college or university, vocational, or trade school — can be extremely daunting. This…
What Is a 529 Plan and How Can It Help With College Expenses?
Written by V. Ellis… Are you familiar with the “529 Plan”? The 529 Plan is a tax-advantaged college savings plan that is often regarded as one of the best and…
Can I Get Financial Aid if My Parents Didn’t File Their Taxes?
Written by Bea Louis… If your parents didn’t file their taxes, you may not know where you stand with financial aid. Read on to prepare yourself for options that may…
Can You Keep Extra Scholarship Money?
Written by Chris Hoitash… Receiving a scholarship is a great feeling. Applying for scholarships, meeting the application requirements, and having your efforts pay off with financial gain are all very…
Importance of Completing the FAFSA
According to the U.S. Department of Education’s National Center for Education Statistics, the cost of undergraduate tuition and fees, along with room and board at a public institution, was approximately…
Failure is An Opportunity for Success
Failure is not a taboo word. Although no one likes to fail, failure helps us grow. In fact, it’s when we fail that we grow the most. Failure lets us…