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Taming the High Cost of College! : Financial Aid | FAFSA | Student Loans | Scholarships | Tax | Saving | Investing | Grants | 529 plans

Brad Baldridge, CFP : College Financial Planner

If you are the parent of a college bound high school student then this podcast is for you. Our goal is to give you the information you need to SAVE TIME, SAVE MONEY, and reduce stress in the...

Episodes

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THCC 529 Plan Series EP 4: Advanced Strategies Around 529 Plans

When you’re investing in a 529 college savings plan, it’s important to understand the advanced strategies you can use to potentially maximiz...

May 4, 2023
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THCC 529 Plan Series EP 3: 529s and Other College Savings Plans

529 college savings plans are one of the most popular ways to save and grow money for college. But they’re not the only option. In this epis...

Apr 27, 2023
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THCC 529 Plan Series EP 2: 529 Plan Investment Options  

If you’re using a 529 plan to save and grow money for college, it’s important to understand your 529 plan investment options. Knowing each t...

Mar 30, 2023
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THCC 529 Plan Series EP 1: 529 Plan Basics 

If you’re a parent or family member who wants to help save money for future college expenses, a 529 savings plan is one of best ways to do i...

Mar 23, 2023
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THCC Episode 166 – Class Tracker: How to Help Your Students Stay Organized

Want to learn how to help your student get and stay orga nize d? Start by listening to my podcast interview with Lesley Martin, a class room...

Feb 9, 2023
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THCC Episode 165 – College Parent Central: Parenting in the Best Way Possible

Parenting a college student requires a very different approach than what you may have taken with your kids while they were growing up and in...

Feb 2, 2023
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THCC Episode 164 – Semester at Sea 

Semester at Sea is an accredited study-abroad program for college students, which takes place on a ship, MV World Odyssey. Students visit ei...

Dec 8, 2022
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THCC Episode 163 – The College Wellness Guide

Planning for college and succeeding once you’re enrolled isn’t just about academics. It’s also about your physical, mental and social health...

Dec 1, 2022
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THCC Episode 162 – Getting Into Law School 

Students interested in attending law school should start preparing and learning about the process as early as possible, even before they app...

Nov 24, 2022
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THCC Episode 161 – Accessible Education for All 

Most parents want to help their kids get the best education after high school. But they’re not sure whether college is the right fit or how...

Nov 3, 2022
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THCC Episode 160 – Writing Great Essays for College Admissions and Scholarships 

What does it take to write a great essay for college admissions or scholarship applications? On this episode of Taming the High Cost of Coll...

Oct 27, 2022
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THCC Episode 159 – Is Engineering for You? 

A successful and rewarding engineering career starts with understanding all the opportunities in the field, how to choose the right college,...

Sep 1, 2022
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THCC Episode 158 – Degree Insurance: Guaranteed Income After You Graduate 

Many people have started questioning the value of a college degree, and many students don’t finish their degree because they’re not confiden...

Aug 18, 2022
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THCC Episode 157 – College in 3: Getting Your College Degree in 3 Years

The new College in 3 experiment is a new way that higher education experts are working with colleges and businesses to develop new programs...

Aug 11, 2022
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THCC Episode 156 – Is a Liberal Arts Degree Worth It?

Many people believe that liberal arts studies don’t have practical value, but nothing could be further from the truth. In research with over...

Aug 4, 2022
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THCC Episode 155 – The Parent Compass: Navigating Your Teen’s Wellness and Academic Journey

Parents often have the best of intentions in how they raise their kids and provide guidance for their future, but they can inadvertently do...

Jun 23, 2022
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THCC Episode 154 – 529 Plans and the Gift of College

Patricia Roberts is a former college student who had to borrow thousands of dollars in student loans to help her pay for school. But once sh...

Jun 16, 2022
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THCC Episode 153 – College Success Habits: 7 Powerful Principles 

Jesse Mogle spent 12 years attending college as his personal struggles and behavioral issues threatened to derail his future. But he eventua...

Jun 9, 2022
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THCC Episode 152 – Loan Repayment Assistance Programs 

Loan repayment assistance programs (LRAPs) are now offered at some colleges and graduate schools, and if your student is covered, these prog...

Jun 2, 2022
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THCC Episode 151 – The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You

To have a successful career, college-bound students need to develop essential skills for success that they often need to discover and learn...

May 26, 2022
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