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Graduates – Use Summer to Learn How to Avoid College Fail Points

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If you are going on to college in the fall, don’t let summer roll by without doing some preparation work to help you avoid typical college fail points. Talk to any alumni you may know (hint parents, cousins, that kid that went off to college last year) to see what they know about it. Read up on what colleges may offer.

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Scholarship Search: KC Scholars (Kansas City Area)

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Through this generous program, deserving applicants are awarded an opportunity to earn their college degree debt free. KC Scholars has been delivering on their mission of scholars graduating debt free for more than six years. Over 90% of their scholars persist annually, and 74% of their scholars are on track for on-time graduation.

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4 Things Your Child Can Do Instead of Going Immediately to College

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Another school year is ending, and another crop of students are graduating high school. Many parents would probably like their kids to go to college immediately, but that isn’t necessary. Is your child considering a career field that may require quite a bit of education such as a college professor or a veterinarian?

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Our 2023 Financial Goals

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In 2020, our financial goals were to read, research, and understand both college and retirement planning. Our oldest is a junior in high school and college becomes reality in the fall of 2024. We want to assist our daughters with their college expenses. College is crazy expensive right now. My basement is still a mess.

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Parenting Pointers: Promoting Emotional Readiness for the Workplace

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A recent study by the Mary Christie Institute , in partnership with the Healthy Minds Network, the American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U), and the National Association of Colleges and Employers, asked young graduates (between 22 and 28) about their mental and emotional wellbeing. For example: Sleep.

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Should You Accept Family Money?

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When I was a young adult, out of college and into my first years of marriage, I cringed at the thought of getting money from my parents. Providing college money can help cushion that murky time between high school graduation and fully leaving the nest. Understanding their motivation may help you accept the situation.

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Find out how Charissa and Her Husband Paid Off $7665 of Debt and Cash Flowed College

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I also wanted to pay off the student loans he had, and see him graduate without occurring any more debt. Have pictures of your Why around in your daily life to help keep you motivated. The post Find out how Charissa and Her Husband Paid Off $7665 of Debt and Cash Flowed College appeared first on Family Balance Sheet.

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