by Amy Perry | Jan 24, 2022 | Blog, Saving
Ann Garcia (aka The College Financial Lady) is a Certified Financial Planner®, author of How to Pay for College (due in bookstores this summer), owner of Independent Progressive Advisors, and the proud mom of two college kids—split between private and public schools....
by Jonathan Sparling | Jan 13, 2022 | Blog, Financial Aid
If you are new to the college application process, understanding the financial aid process to determine your true cost of college can be confusing, especially when making comparisons between multiple colleges and universities. And for many families, the financial...
by Jonathan Sparling | Nov 15, 2021 | Blog, Financial Aid
“Start the process early and ask questions,” some great words of advice from Chelsea Adams, Senior Associate Director of Financial Aid at Clark University. In our latest “Learn from the Experts” webinar, Chelsea and Diane Anchundia, Dean of Loans and...
by Amy Irvine | Oct 7, 2021 | 529 Myths, Blog
True or False? If my kid doesn’t go to college, I’ll lose the money. False! Amy Irvine, financial planner at the Rooted Planning Group, explains what’s really possible. True or False? If my kid doesn’t go to college, I’ll lose the...
by Amy Irvine | Oct 7, 2021 | 529 Myths, Blog
True or False?There is only one type of 529 plan. False! Amy Irvine, financial planner at the Rooted Planning Group, explains what’s really possible. True or False? There is only one type of 529 plan. Amy: Many of my clients have this misconception. The...
by Jonathan Sparling | Sep 20, 2021 | Blog, Saving
Going through financial planning for college, especially for the first time, can feel overwhelming. Luckily, you have us. Here are some key terms to get a jump on. 1. FAFSA The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is required by all colleges. In...
