by Danny Cieniewicz | Mar 7, 2023 | Financial Aid, Grants
When it comes to paying for college, the gold standard is scholarships & grants. Why? It’s simple – these dollars don’t need to be paid back. Tax credits are also a very close second when it comes to paying for college. But more on that in...
by Danny Cieniewicz | Feb 27, 2023 | Financial Aid, Saving for College, Scholarships
If you’re searching for college, one of the first things you’re looking to find is the cost. It should appear obvious to some, but it can actually be an adventure that is challenging to find. It’s rare you’re going to spend the full cost of...
by Danny Cieniewicz | Feb 27, 2023 | CSS Profile, FAFSA, Financial Aid
Some colleges are expensive – like CRAZY expensive. Others still cost a pretty penny, but are reasonable. What gives? Well, not all colleges use the same criteria by which they charge. As we know, navigating the world of financial aid can be overwhelming. But...
by Danny Cieniewicz | Feb 20, 2023 | 529 Plans, FAFSA, Financial Aid
529 plans are an ever-increasing way for families to save for their children’s education. As mentioned in prior posts, these tax-advantaged investment accounts allow families to set aside funds for college or other qualified education expenses, with a potential...
by Danny Cieniewicz | Feb 16, 2023 | FAFSA, Financial Aid
For divorced parents who have college-bound children, figuring out how to pay for college can be a task. However, there are financial aid options available to divorced parents and their children to help make college more affordable. In this post, you will learn the...
by Danny Cieniewicz | Feb 16, 2023 | 529 Plans, Financial Aid
Can financial aid be used for rent? It’s a good question, and there are some complexities to it. In this post, we’ll look at these complexities and provide you with everything you need to know about using financial aid to pay for rent. That said,...
