Ranking 529 Plans
Dear Estelle. We frequently read your columns and notice there hasn’t been a recent one on 529’s. We contribute the maximum each year to four grandkids but are not sure … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. We frequently read your columns and notice there hasn’t been a recent one on 529’s. We contribute the maximum each year to four grandkids but are not sure … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. The stress and anxiety of completing the college applications and their submissions has almost come to an end. Now we’re ready to discuss the issue of financial aid … Continue reading →
There are several reasons to complete the FAFSA and for parents of seniors now is the optimum time to do it. Filing began January 1 for the 2016-17 school year. … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. A recent article in the Wall Street Journal spoke about new, very confusing, federal guidelines for applying for financial aid. Is this some political craziness to confuse parents … Continue reading →
With the holiday season quickly approaching parents and grandparents are perusing catalogs, searching stores and shopping online for the perfect gifts for family members. Real, tangible gifts are appreciated by … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. We keep hearing the mantra that “A good fit is critical to a student’s success in college.” This sounds terrific but what if the good fit is much … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. We keep hearing the mantra that “A good fit is critical to a student’s success in college.” This sounds terrific but what if the good fit is much … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. Recently I spoke with a friend who said we had to file two financial aid forms, the FAFSA and a Profile for our son, a senior at Smoky … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. Our dream for our children has been to send them to a four-year college in Colorado. We’ve saved money every year and they’ve had jobs so they too … Continue reading →
Dear Estelle. Thanks you for all the good information you provide to Villager readers. You can’t imagine how helpful it is when I pick up your monthly column. It all … Continue reading →