Ep 4: What Every Parent Needs to Know Before Paying for College
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Sending your kids to college shouldn’t mean sacrificing your own financial future. In this episode, Tyler Osborne breaks down exactly how to pay for college the smart way—without taking on crushing debt or draining your retirement.
Tyler walks you through:
- How to avoid the 3 big killers of wealth (debt, taxes, and lack of savings)
- The best scholarships to apply for (including a $5K one from the American College Foundation)
- FAFSA do’s and don’ts (including how to legally reduce your Expected Family Contribution)
- Real-life case studies of families who saved $20K–$77K+ per child
- How to negotiate with colleges and appeal award letters for more aid
- Why college is a business—and how to never pay sticker price again
Whether your child is a freshman, a senior, or heading off to school this fall, this episode will help you take action with clarity and confidence.
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