college finances

7 articles tagged with "college finances"

Everything Parents Need to Know Before Opening a 529 College Savings Plan

529 plans are a common way for parents to save for a child’s higher education, but what exactly are they and how do you set them up? Here's what to know.

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Freelance Writer

Important Steps to Learn Smart Money Borrowing Practices for College

Sometimes parents have to borrow money on behalf of their student to afford college. Before you sign any papers, learn these important borrowing practices.

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Freelance Writer

Top 5 Mistakes Families Make When Saving for College

We all know college is expensive, but it's a lot less so when families are prepared ahead of time. Avoid these mistakes for better college financial planning.

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CEO, College Ready

3 Factors to Consider in Choosing a Student Loan Amount

Deciding the amount to request on a college loan application can be hard. Here are three important things for parents and students to consider before applying.

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Content Marketer, ValuePenguin.com

11 Unexpected College Costs You Should Know

College is already expensive, but just wait until you see some of these unexpected costs. Before you go finalizing your financial plans, factor these in first.

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Freelance Writer

6 Quick Money Tips to Make Your Study Abroad More Affordable

Study abroad programs are great opportunities to learn new cultures, but they're not cheap. Here's how to make studying abroad weigh less on your finances.

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CollegeXpress Student Writer, Brandeis University

Finances and Your Child's Future

In the college search, you're helping your student take his or her education--and life--to the next level. But this step doesn't come without a high cost, being one of the most important investments of one's life.

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Assistant Editor, Online Specialist

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