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We all know that the cost of education has skyrocketed over the years and to make things worse, many students who graduate with a degree cannot secure an occupation with a decent salary due to a lack of positions available. So the question here is, is college worth the price? Yes and no. If I […]
Continue reading... December 7, 2015
Financial Assets & How They Affect Financial Aid
The article elaborates on assets and how financial assets affect financial aid eligibility. First of all, many who are completing the required financial aid forms do not know that certain assets do not have to be reported. Second, families with certain assets can implement appropriate strategies to increase their financial aid eligibility. If you desire […]
Continue reading... November 24, 2015
Fordham University Success Story
Our client wanted my thoughts on their son’s initial award from Fordham. Based on the numbers and knowing what the school is capable of, we felt they could do better and recommended to negotiate. After the college received a letter we drafted, they increase the 2nd award by $3,500 of a Fordham Grant for the […]
Continue reading... November 8, 2015
Five Tips On How To Transfer Colleges Effectively
We get a few questions every semester from students and parents interested in the details of transferring their financial aid to a new and different college or university. Below are some of the most common pieces of advice we offer. If you think your financial aid position might have changed please contact our offices for […]
Continue reading... September 30, 2015
FAFSA Financial Aid Fedreral & State Deadlines 2016
Federal FAFSA Deadlines You can file a FAFSA for the 2016-2017 school year between January 1, 2016, and June 30, 2017. Online applications must be submitted by midnight Central Time on June 30, 2017. Any corrections or updates must be submitted by midnight Central Time on September 17, 2017. However, if you’re applying to college […]
Continue reading... September 16, 2015
Applying For Financial Aid Is Not Getting Easier
The article indicates that filing for financial aid is getting a little simpler. For millions of families this will not be the case. Families who file FAFSA early in the base year and the information does not reflect the actual figures, will be misled in regards to what they really qualify for. My advice to […]
Continue reading... August 18, 2015
Student Loan Consolidation & Refinancing Programs Tips
First things first. There are legitimate ways to temporarily postpone federal loan payments, such as deferments and forbearance before considering consolidation. If the student does not qualify for either, then they should consider consolidation through the Direct Loan program or shop around for private consolidation loans carefully for a low or fixed interest rate if […]
Continue reading... July 5, 2015
10 Things You Have To Do Before Going Off To College
We know it’s an exciting time. You’re about to move away and start college. While you’ve probably already done everything you need to do, you should double check. Sometimes we can forget something — minor or crucial — because we’re so excited, nervous, scared or in shock. Here are the top 10 things you should […]
Continue reading... June 16, 2015
Pell Grant Changes Affect Students
Congress wants to weaken the Pell Grant program that helps parents and student afford college tuition. The Pell is important form of financial aid that allows millions of low income students to pursue their college education. What about the Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)? The author does not elaborate on this Grant. Many students who […]
Continue reading... May 27, 2015
Best Tips For 529 Plans
Over the years we have seen many clients who utilize 529 plans. These are some of our best tips for 529 plans we think every parent should consider when they invest. The 529 plan should always be in the parents name and never in the students name. Parents assets are assessed to a much lesser […]
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