College Finance

The struggle to pay for college is one of the defining features of middle-class life in America today. At kitchen tables all across the country, parents agonize over whether to burden their children with loans or to sacrifice their own financial security by taking out a second mortgage or draining their retirement savings. Indebted takes listeners into the homes of middle-class families throughout the nation to reveal the hidden consequences of student debt and the ways that financing college has transformed family life.

Are you worried that you can't afford to send your child to college? Discover a comprehensive financial plan to cut your costs in half. Afraid that rising tuition costs will prevent your child from getting a much-needed education? Do you want a debt-free future for both you and your child? College fiduciary Beth V. Walker is here to help you navigate the complex world of higher education.

Class ends. Students pack up and head back to their dorms. The professor, meanwhile, goes to her car...to catch a little sleep, and then eat a cheeseburger in her lap before driving across the city to a different university to teach another, wholly different class. All for a paycheck that, once prep and grading are factored in, barely reaches minimum wage.

Do you find yourself worrying about what you’re going to do once you get out of college? 70 percent of college graduates enter the workforce with over $30,000 in debt. But this doesn't have to be you. You don't have to become part of yet another statistic. Being financially independent as you walk off that graduation stage is not a far-fetched fantasy. This is not a reality reserved solely for those who have very wealthy parents. You can achieve financial success even while in school, and can carry this forward with you throughout the rest of your life.

Edelman's program is a small classic among those trying to manage, understand, and increase the value of their money. The author will show you the easy course to financial wisdom and success and change the way you think about money though his proven strategies for financing college, a new home, retirement, insurance, and estate planning.

With the right outlook and a detailed plan of attack, you can successfully navigate the entire college situation with relative ease. No matter how much you do or don't have saved up - and regardless of the school your kid wants to attend - with the right plan in place, you’ll be able to get through it with this listen.

This discussion of college and income streams adds a bonus of college trivia to help high school students prepare for college and college students prepare for graduation.

Financing a college education is a daunting task no matter what your circumstances. Best-selling author and personal finance expert, Eric Tyson offers tried and true strategic advice on how to understand loans, know your options, and how to improve your financial fitness while paying down your student loan debt.

Pursuing the college process should reflect the process of buying a home where buyers are savvy to the interests of sellers. But that's not often the case with parents navigating the college process. Rather, they typically remain uninformed and vulnerable to the college interests. Colleges know this about parents and will exploit their weaknesses costing them thousands of college dollars.

Throug the past several decades, a higher education has been as much a part of the American dream as owning a house. And while a college degree once cost a fraction of a home, the financial gap between the two has narrowed greatly. It was once realistic for a student to work enough during the summer to pay for the upcoming two semesters, but this is no longer possible. With the cost of higher education reaching all-time levels, you cannot afford to ignore this audiobook. Busting the College Planning Lies will open your eyes and give you the guidance you need to proceed smartly!

Education is one of the key foundations to success, and it is no different when it comes to finance and credit. In my circle, or even in several online communities, I see it all the time - people still struggle with balancing their financial lives, their salary, and their debt, and simply getting access to the standards by which Americans are gauged on: their credit score. Yes, that magic number that dictate what you are entitled to.

Statistics show that about six percent of recent college graduates are unemployed. They are among the ever-increasing number of adults struggling with student loans, which now stands at a jaw-dropping 45 million. How can you increase your chances of not falling into the same predicament? The best way is to establish income streams that can support you throughout (and beyond) your education. Not only will this provide you with a cushion against unemployment or insufficient funds, but it will also be your springboard to financial independence.

Author John Ellis offers a fast-paced, concise, and entertaining approach to managing finances in difficult times. This book gives a worked-over topic a refreshing twist by giving helpful snippets of advice in a wide variety of areas. It suggests novel solutions to daily problems by both college students and financial strugglers alike. You'll discover resources you didn’t even know that you had and ways to save money that you didn’t even realize were available to you.

Written by Ron Salluzzo and Phil Tahey, this audiobook offers institutional leaders guidance on how to effectively communicate to members of college and university boards and finance committees who need support in better understanding the business model of college and universities. Their collective knowledge is based from more than 80 years of combined experience in governance practices regarding financial matters for colleges and universities. Reviewed by experts in the higher education sector, this audiobook offers a deep dive into understanding institutional finances and strategies.

Surveys have consistently found that saving for a child’s college education is the top money concern for parents in the US, with over 70 percent saying they’re worried about being able to pay for their child’s education. Tuition fees are rising year after year, and for many parents, this makes the prospect even more daunting. So, should you just give up and invest in your child’s present, rather than their future? The short answer is no - there’s really no need.

The book emphasizes that comprehending profitable investment opportunities plays a crucial role in achieving financial success. It stresses the significance of an individual's risk tolerance, financial aspirations, and personal principles as fundamental elements in successful investing.

Jean Chatzky, author of numerous best-selling books and financial editor for NBC's TODAY, answers frequently asked questions about paying for college.

Chadwick’s College Checklist is a small publication that carries a big punch. It explains how to minimize the costs of getting a higher education or professional training, while exploring the often complex and confusing terrain of college costs. The author shares his personal experiences of earning two college degrees, providing information on funding opportunities and options for defraying college costs while taking care of one’s financial responsibilities and remaining financially solvent.

Straightforward and blunt! This book gives high school and college students strategies to graduate college debt free. In the very first chapter, you will learn tips, tricks, and hacks on streamlining the scholarship application process. The remaining chapters reveal a plan of action on how to maintain a debt-free lifestyle. Combining the methods outlined in this book will save you thousands of dollars. Purchase your copy today and learn how to make #moneymoves.