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 How can I increase the amount of financial aid my child is entitled to?

Here are some strategies that may increase the amount of aid for which your family is eligible:...

 How can I save taxes on college savings?

If you decide to invest in your child's name, here are some tax strategies to consider: You...

 How much will my child's college education cost?

It depends on whether your child attends a private or state school. According to the College...

 How should I invest my child's college fund?

As with any investment, you should choose those that will provide you with a good return and that...

 If you have insufficient savings for your child's education when he is close to entering college, what should you do?

Many families find themselves in the same boat. Fortunately, there are ways to generate...

 What is a Coverdell Education Savings Account - Section 530 Program (formerly Education IRA) and who is eligible for one?

In 2016, you can contribute up to $2,000 each year to a Coverdell education savings account...

 What is the "kiddie tax?"

In the past, parents would invest in the child's name in order to shift income to the...

 What is the American Opportunity Tax Credit?

The American Opportunity Tax Credit (AOC) was made permanent by the Protecting Americans from Tax...

 What types of grants are available for college?

Grants-the best type of financial aid because they do not have to be paid back -- are amounts...

 What types of loans are available for college?

There are various student loan programs available. Some are need-based, and others are not. Here...

 When should I start saving for my child's education?

This depends on how much you think your children's education will cost. The best way is to start...