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Exactly How Much You Should Save for College

Jan 14th, 2021 • Lisa W.

After your home, for many the next largest purchase many families will make is a college education. And like other large purchases, you may be inspired to save for this over a number of years. But how do you know how much to put aside? This is where the road diverges from the usual practice … more »

Ask for Help. It’s OK.

Dec 8th, 2020 • Damian Dunn

We all have priorities and stuff that matters to us. Getting kids to practice, volunteer opportunities, a side job, exercising, rewatching Band of Brothers every Labor Day weekend, or whatever. Occasionally, our priorities require more attention than was originally foreseen, and other responsibilities aren’t maintained. We recognize it, and all too often we excuse ourselves … more »

Can a Student Open Their Own 529 Account?

Nov 11th, 2020 • Damian Dunn

My son is going to college next fall. We have decided that my wife and I will pay half and he will pay half. We have a 529 to help with our half of the expenses. He has income and files tax returns each year. Can he also take out a 529 to help pay … more »

This is How Cancelling a Credit Card Will Impact Your Credit Score

Jul 28th, 2020 • Damian Dunn

Q: How will cancelling a credit card (that is paid in full) affect my credit score? A: Cancelling a credit card in good standing could negatively impact your score, but maybe not for the reason you think. A key concept to understand in the calculation of your credit score is “utilization”. This will reflect how … more »

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Exactly How Much You Should Save for College

Ask for Help. It’s OK.

Can a Student Open Their Own 529 Account?

This is How Cancelling a Credit Card Will Impact Your Credit Score

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