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đŁ UPDATE: Senate Passes BillâHere's What Happens Now
Last updated: Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at 1:30 PM PT
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The Senate passed its final version of the âOne Big Beautiful Billâ on July 1 (5
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FAFSA Identity Verification Tightens: What Families Need to Know Before the 2026â27 Cycle
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The Department of Education is rolling out stricter FAFSA identity verification rules to combat fr
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A Quick Guide for Families Exploring Creative (and Legal) Funding OptionsÂ
Important Disclaimer: This blog is for educational purposes only and not tax advice.Â
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After we shared our recent post about the possible dismantling of the Department of Education, we got some thoughtful questions from parentsâespecially about student loans.
One that stood out was thi...
(And Should Parents Like Us Be Worried?)
If youâve seen recent headlines about dismantling the U.S. Department of Education (DoE), youâre probably wondering what that could mean for your childâs fina...
For many families navigating the college financial aid process, the CSS Profile can feel like an unpleasant surprise. Unlike the FAFSA, which is relatively straightforward, the CSS Profile dives deepe...
As a parent of a high school senior, navigating the financial aid process can be daunting. The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is crucial to this process. This form, provided by the U...