http://articles.citringroup.com/College-Savings.id.112.htm Tue, 19 Aug 2008 11:04:35 -0500 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://articles.citringroup.com/images/citrin_logo_88x18.gif http://articles.citringroup.com 88 18 Feed provided by articles.citringroup.com. Click to visit. http://articles.citringroup.com/Saving-for-college.id.1183.htm Saving money for the college years is simple in theory, but can sometimes prove to be a more complicated endeavor to put into practice. Obviously, if you are able, start saving early and contribute to that savings on a consistent basis. 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College Savings Mon, 11 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/529-College-Savings-Plan.id.1163.htm Saving money for college expenses is a goal I hear many young parents express, and one of the best ways to build tax-advantaged savings for college is the 529 plan College Savings Thu, 07 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/The-Decisive-Factors-You-Need-to-Consider-Before-Acquiring-a-School-Loan.id.1158.htm Since education is a key factor in a persons life, it needs good planning and consideration. College Savings Sun, 03 Feb 2008 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/Consolidating-Student-Loans.id.1151.htm One of the most convenient ways to finance education is through student loans. However, student loans like all other loans have to be eventually paid back. After graduation you might find that the loans have accumulated and are hard to pay back. 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That's the irony of life. Today in keeping with the rising inflation in all other areas of our economic life, education costs have also risen. College Savings Sun, 09 Sep 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/Financial-Education-Should-Be-As-Basic-As-The-3-Rs.id.1081.htm When it comes to learning about finances, most people fall into two categories: "I'm not ready," and "I don't need that." 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Education student loans can be a big help in paying for college College Savings Wed, 15 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/College-Savings.id.1066.htm The average cost of public, as well as private, education is rising rapidly. According to surveys, the cost of public education has gone up by 40%. Looking at these trends, it can be safely concluded that the cost of education will continue to rise. There College Savings Sat, 11 Aug 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/College-Education-Scholarship-Grants-or-Financial-Aid.id.1065.htm For some, going to college means spending lots and lots of money. And why is that? 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When determining how much to save for your child's College Savings Mon, 30 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/College-Saving-Plans-529-Plan-Options-and-Facts.id.1042.htm A 529 plan is a state-operated investment plan that gives families a federal, tax-free way to save money for college. 529 plans come in two varieties: (1) college saving plans, and (2) prepaid tuition plans. Many states offer both options but every state College Savings Thu, 26 Jul 2007 00:00:00 -0500 http://articles.citringroup.com/All-You-Need-To-Know-About-the-Federal-Perkins-Loan.id.1041.htm When it comes to financing your college dreams, there are several different loan selections to consider. 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