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$$$ Talks To Have Before Your Kid Goes To College

Three money conversations to have with your collegebound kid from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there – done that. 4145265-0227

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.January 1, 2025

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Tips for High School Senior Year

Three tips for parents with teens in their senior year of high school from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Sound advice from someone who's been there - done that. 4145265-0227

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.January 1, 2025

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How Much To Share About Your College Decisions

Wisdom about what and when to share info about your college decisions from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there–done that. 4145265-0227

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.December 28, 2024

Affording College

Counting (ALL) the Costs

While these are the main expenses during college, it is helpful to budget for other costs your student may incur during their college journey. Planning for these “unexpected” expenses will…

Jason Castles, Ed.D.December 15, 2024

Parenting

From Waitress to Host: Lessons in Overcoming Obstacles

As both a first-gen student from a low-income family who had minimal support in my college planning process, and as a mom who recently helped see my son through his…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.December 15, 2024

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Parent Selfcare

Three self-care tips for parents with teens in their senior year of high school from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there–done that. 4145265-0227

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.December 4, 2024

Parenting

Sleigh College Stress: Merry and Meaningful Winter Break Conversations

While these conversations can feel pressure-packed, the holiday break offers parents a golden opportunity to connect with their students about their college journey—if approached carefully and creatively. This season, let’s sleigh…

David Q. Hao, MA, JDDecember 1, 2024

Using Your 529

Giving Thanks for 529 Plans

Here are five 529 plan attributes that make them worthy of appreciation this time of year and as college nears: 1. Tax-Free Growth 529 plan tax advantages put them in…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.November 14, 2024

Using Your 529

State Treasurer Fiona Ma Appoints Cassandra DiBenedetto

As Executive Director, DiBenedetto will provide policy, program, and technical direction to the SIB for a program with nearly $16 billion in assets under management and nearly 440,000 accounts through…

ScholarShare 529November 12, 2024

Parenting

Home for a Break: Supporting Your Student

It’s time to start thinking about how you can support your student during a break from classes while also communicating expectations for their time at home. Typically, your student can…

Jason Castles, Ed.D.November 12, 2024

Parenting Videos

Three Reasons To Talk $$$ With Your Teen

Reasons to talk about saving for college with your teen from college savings advocate, Patricia Roberts. Tips from someone who’s been there–done that. 4145265-0227

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.November 12, 2024

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Affording College

6 Financial Steps to Avoid When College Costs are Around the Corner

While some routes are better than others, others can have an adverse impact on your family’s financial health. Here are six financial missteps to avoid when college costs are soon…

Patricia A. Roberts, J.D.November 11, 2024

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