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Financial Aid Basics
While college may be expensive, thankfully there are numerous sources of financial aid available to ease the pain. Financial aid comes in two forms: money that is gifted, such as grants and scholarships, and money that is borrowed.

All About 529 Plans
Section 529 plans are a relatively new college savings vehicle that can make saving for college even easier.

How Much Should I Save for My Child’s College Education?
How much money you are saving is less important than how soon you begin saving. Compound interest is a wonderful thing and the longer your money has to grow, the more it will grow.

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