Posts tagged FAFSA
Episode 33 - College Funding Secrets Every Parent Needs to Know
Episode 33 - College Funding Secrets Every Parent Needs to Know

Planning for college can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. In this episode of Beyond Budgets, host Deb Meyer sits down with Ann Garcia, CFP®, also known as "The College Financial Lady." Ann is the author of How to Pay for College and a mom of twins who recently graduated debt-free. She combines her professional expertise with personal experience to share strategies that will help you save money and reduce stress during the college planning process.

Whether your child is years away from applying or you’re in the thick of FAFSA forms and scholarship deadlines, this episode will leave you feeling more confident and equipped to navigate the journey.

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Episode 5 - Understanding College Financial Aid with Joe Messinger
Episode 5 - Understanding College Financial Aid with Joe Messinger

Are you a parent of at least one high schooler, feeling overwhelmed by the complexity of college funding? Fear not, friend! Host Deb Meyer and guest Joe Messinger, a fee-only financial planner and college funding expert, provide critical insights into student loans, merit aid, and the true costs of higher education. 

This episode offers a wealth of strategies and valuable insights for families navigating the financial aspect of college. You’ll learn: 

  • How college funding fits into your overall financial plan

  • The nuances of student loans, including federal student loans and parent PLUS loans

  • How top students can secure merit-based aid, especially in small, private colleges

  • New changes to FAFSA, and

  • Differences between CSS Profile and FAFSA when awarding need-based financial aid

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