It’s getting pretty sunny out here lately! School is out and
families are back together again, getting ready to survive the Texas heat.
Whoa!
Of course, it’s not long before we start thinking about the
start of the new school year. Older high school students might be thinking
about college. Even the parents of younger children might be worrying about how
much higher education costs.
College doesn’t have to be out of reach! Here are some
things to think about for your child’s education.
Fill Out A FAFSA.
Really! A FAFSA isn’t just fun to say! It’s the first step in getting
federal help paying for college. It’s free, so it’s a great way to get starting
holding down college costs.
Look For Scholarships
In All The Right Places. You’d be surprised how many places offer
scholarship! Talk to your financial aid office, or local organizations,
business, or churches. There’s a lot out there.
Start Savings Early.
Take advantage of things like 529 savings plans. You can start saving for
college early, with possible tax benefits.
With tips like these, the only hard part of college will be
the classes!
