Scholarships are more than awards — they are one of the most powerful tools families have to reduce borrowing and shape long-term affordability. In this episode, we break down the difference between merit and need-based aid, why test optional for admissions doesn't mean test optional for merit aid, how scholarship…
Scholarships are more than awards — they are one of the most powerful tools families have to reduce borrowing and shape long-term affordability. In this episode, we break down the difference between merit and need-based aid, why test optional for admissions doesn't mean test optional for merit aid, how scholarship…
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Borrowing for college often happens gradually — one gap at a time. In this episode, Laura breaks down what every family needs to know about federal student loans and Parent PLUS loans before financial aid offers arrive. From the critical difference between subsidized and unsubsidized loans, to the new Parent…
Borrowing for college often happens gradually — one gap at a time. In this episode, Laura breaks down what every family needs to know about federal student loans and Parent PLUS loans before financial aid offers arrive. From the critical difference between subsidized and unsubsidized loans, to the new Parent…
Texas leads the nation in tuition assistance and promise programs, but many families misunderstand what “free tuition” really means. In this episode, we break down how Texas tuition promise programs work, who qualifies, what they actually cover, and why FAFSA completion matters. Understanding these programs early can shape college lists,…
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"My student will have a job and pay their own expenses, so they're independent for FAFSA, right?" Wrong…and that mistake costs families thousands in aid eligibility every year. In this episode, Laura breaks down the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Student Aid Index (SAI), and the dependency…
"My student will have a job and pay their own expenses, so they're independent for FAFSA, right?" Wrong…and that mistake costs families thousands in aid eligibility every year. In this episode, Laura breaks down the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), the Student Aid Index (SAI), and the dependency…
Description: Financial aid offers are confusing...but they don't have to be. In this episode, Laura breaks down exactly what a financial aid offer actually means, and how to compare schools by NET cost instead of sticker price. You'll learn: The difference between grants, loans, and work-study Why Cost of Attendance…
Why do so many families feel blindsided by college costs even when they plan ahead? This episode reframes what “paying for college” really means and sets the foundation for a season focused on clarity, timing, and better-informed decisions.
Description: Financial aid offers are confusing...but they don't have to be. In this episode, Laura breaks down exactly what a financial aid offer actually means, and how to compare schools by NET cost instead of sticker price. You'll learn: • The difference between grants, loans, and work-study • Why Cost…
Why do so many families feel blindsided by college costs even when they plan ahead? This episode reframes what “paying for college” really means and sets the foundation for a season focused on clarity, timing, and better-informed decisions.
Moments that Matter podcast will launch in July to bring insight to parents preparing to send their children to college and honest discussions of what being parents to college students is really like. Stay tuned!
We have an honest conversation with my friends on sending our children to college and the money issues that we didn't expect.
We have a discussion on the 3 things I suggest parents of rising Juniors should be prepared for as their child starts the college journey.
