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Talking With Your Children About The Cost of College

10/29/2019

Every year, parents ask me how they are going to pay for this private college or that out of state public university. And, every year, I ask those parents, “Have you spoken with your child about what your family can afford to spend on the cost of college?”

The answer is most always, NO. No one wants to discuss finances with their kids. But, when it comes to college, it is so, so very important! Here are some key things to think about…

How Do I Fill Out FAFSA?!? No One Is In My Situation!

10/4/2019

FAFSA season has just started and I’ve already met lots of new and interesting clients! I’m noticing that most of my clients are facing unique challenges but yet all share something in common. They all ask:

“My situation is so unusual! How do I fill out the financial aid forms when my income from 2018 isn’t accurate based on my circumstances?!?”

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College Financial Prep provides families with cost saving strategies, scholarship research and financial aid preparation. Contact College Financial Prep today at 516-225-5224!

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While Vicki Vollweiler of College Financial Prep, or any college financial aid advisor, cannot guarantee receipt of financial aid, utilization of our confidential services will provide you with cost saving strategies to implement in regards to college and savings. Client understands that savings on the cost of college are not guaranteed with our college planning, preparation and advisory services. However, College Financial Prep will guide you based on your family specifics as to how to be best served to potentially maximize aid and/or scholarships. Please note: Not all cost saving strategies that may benefit you in terms of reducing your Expected Family Contribution for college are beneficial to you from a tax perspective. College Financial Prep is not a replacement for your Attorney, Accountant, Financial Planner or Investment Advisor. It is recommended to discuss various strategies, as necessary, with the above mentioned professionals. FAFSA, TAP and CSS Profile may all be completed free of charge without professional assistance. Fees charged are not for submitting the financial aid applications. Fees charged are for the advice and expertise offered. College Financial Prep is not affiliated with the Department of Education.