For parents of historically underserved communities, like Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders (AAPI), preparing a rising college student can be even more complicated. A recent surge in hate incidents against…
ScholarShare 529July 25, 2021
The cost of college rises every year—forcing parents to decide if they will compromise the dream of helping their kid go to college and limit their shot at a great…
ScholarShare 529February 1, 2021
It can be challenging to pay for a college term in one lump sum. That's where installment plans come in. 1. College payment plans are like no-interest loans. Deferred payment…
ScholarShare 529January 31, 2021
These common assumptions about paying for college can unfortunately influence parents and students to take missteps in their college planning. 1. If my parents save for college, it will hurt…
ScholarShare 529January 31, 2021
Here are a few suggestions: Bedding: Before you buy sheets, find out in advance what size bed your kid will have in her dorm. Twin? Or twin extra-long? In addition…
ScholarShare 529January 31, 2021
One often unspoken subject between parents and their (almost) adult children is financial responsibility. Use your years of experience to help your child understand how to manage money responsibly. Here's…
ScholarShare 529December 15, 2020
Patricia is the Chief Operating Officer at Gift of College, where she works to help families save for college and pay down student loan debt. Having worked multiple jobs to…
ScholarShare 529November 26, 2020
