Investments

Dependent vs. Independent Student For Financial Aid

It can be confusing to understand whether you're a dependent or independent student for FAFSA and financial aid purposes.Given the current cost of...

529 Plan Alternatives: UMGA, Roth IRA, And More

Key Points529 plans are the leading way to save for college, but there are alternatives such as UGMA/UTMA accounts and Roth IRAs.Each option...

Rising Unemployment Could Spill Into Real Estate

Dave:In the last few weeks, several reports have come out showing that the job market in the US is weak and it’s getting...

What’s Considered A First-Generation College Student?

Key PointsFederal law defines a first-generation college student as someone whose parent or parents did not complete a four-year degree, but colleges sometimes...