In the midst of today’s such unique circumstances (COVID-19) it’s easy to forget some of the normalities of life. However, for the students preparing themselves mentally and physically for the college transition it can add an extra layer of anxiety to an already...
College Planning
Retirement vs Education Savings Goals
This week on WBIR's Sunday Money a viewer asks, should I save for my daughter’s college or for my retirement? Let’s ask our moneyman, Paul Fain, president of Asset Planning Corporation. PAUL, WHAT IS THE HIGHER PRIORITY: DO YOU SAVE FOR COLLEGE OR FOR RETIREMENT? Save...
Top 5 Questions About 529 Savings Plans
Saving for future education expenses is one of the most common financial goals. Whether the beneficiary is a child, a grandchild, or other family member. The preferred “vehicle” for those savings – the type of account – has certainly changed with tax laws and times....
What I Wish I Had Known About College Planning
I’m a first-generation college graduate. College planning wasn’t introduced to me until after I had taken loans for my undergraduate degree! I was unaware of the options and how important it is to make educated decisions in regard to paying for college. What do I wish...
College: Are We Still Getting Our Money’s Worth?
Freshmen are adjusting to their first months in college. I've talked to parents who were relieved that little Johnny was finally out of the nest and other moms and dads who had tears in their eyes as little Suzie packed her boxes and headed to the dormitory. What...