Borrowers in Default on Federal Student Loans Face Imminent Collection Efforts
On April 21, 2025, the U.S. Department of Education announced that it will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans starting May 5, 2025. The federal government hasn’t collected on defaulted loans since March 2020. Here is some background followed by answers to questions about...
The New Era of 529 Plans: Maximizing College Savings Flexibility
Discover how 529 plans can maximise your college savings. Costs of higher education are skyrocketing.
How to Manage Student Loan Debt While Planning for the Future
Balance student loan debt repayment with saving & investing for your future.
Scholarships vs. Grants: How to Maximize College Financial Aid Opportunities
Learn the key differences between scholarships vs. grants—tips to secure more free financial aid for college.
Financial Aid Awareness Makes Higher Education More Accessible
February is Financial Aid Awareness Month, a time dedicated to informing college students about the many opportunities available to make higher education more accessible and affordable. The cost of attending colleges and universities has skyrocketed over the past few decades. The average cost of college...
Planning College Costs as Newlyweds
A primary financial goal for newlyweds is planning the college costs for their children and what factors go into saving and budgeting for the future.
The College Enrollment Cliff: Planning Your Family’s Educational Future
The financial aspect of the college enrollment cliff means families need to be smarter about planning for their children’s education.
College Savings for 2025: Tips and Strategies
Tips for ways to save for college and the possible pitfalls one may encounter. Tax-advantaged accounts for college savings can be an excellent option.
The Value of a Year-end Investment Review
A regular investment review and adjustment of your investment strategy can help weather market volatility.
Engineering and Art: A Dual Path to Career Success
For years, conventional wisdom has dictated that those seeking lucrative careers should pursue degrees in engineering or other STEM fields, avoiding the arts in favor of a higher earning potential. However, recent research suggests that the best path to career success may lie in combining...