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How you pay for college can be as important as what you pay for college. Do not make these common mistakes.

The Common App became available on August 1st for students attending college in the fall of 2022. Try to have all applications submitted by November 1st.

According to a recent study* by the higher education team at NerdWallet, high school graduates in the U.S. left more than $2.9 billion in free federal grant money unused over the last academic year. All because they did not complete the FAFSA.

Do you own any of your employer’s company stock inside your employer’s 401(k), ESOP, profit sharing plan, or other retirement plan? Has it gone up in value since you got it? If so, you should start thinking about what to do with the stock when you retire or leave your employer. Your decision can have big tax consequences.

Demonstrated Interest is a school's judgment on a student's interest in attending their college.

We all want to find the perfect “Unicorn” school.  The best of academic, social, and financial fit. As you are evaluating colleges, here are some questions you might consider asking.

If money is tight, do not let application fees prevent you from applying to the college of your dreams.

Do you have a rising senior? If so, the summer is a great time to get a head start on your college journey. Once you know your EFC, it is time to determine what you can afford to pay for college and/or set your budget.

A FSA ID is a requirement for students, parents, or borrowers using federal student aid. You will use this ID when completing the FAFSA in October.

Do you have a rising senior? If so, the summer is a great time to get a head start on your college journey. Your first step should be determining your EFC.