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How to Talk Turkey and College Savings During Thanksgiving Break
It’s Thanksgiving Break, and it’s time to gather together as a family for great times and great food. It’s also a good time to sit down and have an honest discussion about college.

Jeff Boron
4 days ago3 min read
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Scams and Issues You May Face When Using FAFSA and Financial Aid in 2025!
In this blog, we will run through what those financial aid scams and issues are and how to properly sign up for financial aid while avoiding them.

Jeff Boron
Nov 195 min read
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Young Achievers Scholarship 2025 Student Winner Spotlights
It’s that time of the year! The time of the year when our Young Achievers Scholarships are presented to the winners. We have selected three winners from around Western New York to represent those who have been awarded this gifted scholarship, and we want to spend some time showing off why they’ve earned it and what they will bring to their college education. We will also highlight some of the winners' experiences in video, as we have in the last few years, so stay tuned and b

Jeff Boron
Nov 44 min read
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The End of Grad PLUS Loans and How College Finances Change Moving Forward
In this blog, we will break down the change to Grad PLUS loans and how college financial aid as a whole will work moving forward because of it.

Jeff Boron
Oct 244 min read
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The Biggest Reasons Why Every College Student Should Sign Up for FAFSA
In this blog, we will run through the biggest reasons why you should fill out a FAFSA form and explain how those reasons make the process smooth and hassle-free.

Jeff Boron
Oct 95 min read
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FAFSA, CSS Profile, and the College Financial Aid Systems Every Student Should Know
In this blog, we will break down where you can find eligibility for college financial aid and explain how each program benefits different types of individuals.

Jeff Boron
Sep 234 min read
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Top College Savings Accounts for Parents: 529 Plans, Roth IRAs & More
In this blog, we will break down several different types of savings accounts that you might want to consider if you have a kid who plans to go to college someday!

Jeff Boron
Sep 155 min read
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Analyzing the Cost of Colleges: From Big Schools to Small Schools
In this blog, we will analyze the differences, pros and cons, and cost of many different colleges, from big schools to small schools, and how that will be important for your long-term success in education.Â

Jeff Boron
Aug 275 min read
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Student Loans for College Students Just Got a Major Update
In this blog, we will explain what this student loan update means for students moving forward and how we can assist you if you need help.

Jeff Boron
Jul 183 min read
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The U.S. Department of Education is Collecting Student Loans Again
The U.S. Department of Education will resume collections of federal student loans. We will explain why this is a big deal and walk you through how you can navigate this new update.

Jeff Boron
Apr 283 min read
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How Will "Funding Freeze" Affect Federal Financial Aid
Our Certified College Planning Expert Jeff Boron went on WBEN930 radio this morning to discuss how this funding pause could impact college s

Jeff Boron
Jan 292 min read
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FAFSA Is Open for Business. Get It In First!
The FAFSA is officially open this January, and if you've been following along here on the blog, you know it's been a long and winding road.

Jeff Boron
Jan 163 min read
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FAFSA Changing? How FSA will help with New FAFSA will Help Students, Colleges, and Counselors
Hello and welcome back to the blog! We serve our WNY community with multiple college planning strategies, including helping with the...

Jeff Boron
Aug 11, 20233 min read
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What's the Difference Between Financial Aid & Scholarships?
Welcome back to the Send Your Kids to College Blog! We use this blog as a tool to help serve WNY families and students with tips and...

Jeff Boron
May 19, 20233 min read
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2023-24 Federal Student Loan Interest Rate Released
Hello, and welcome back to the Send Your Kids to College blog! If it's your first time, we use this blog to help local Western New York...

Jeff Boron
May 15, 20232 min read
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The Cost of Attendance - What’s It Mean to WNY Students & Parents?
Welcome back to the blog! We provide useful tips and information here on the blog for students and families of WNY who will be attending...

Jeff Boron
Jan 12, 20233 min read
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Calculating Your College Bill - What’s It Going to Take to Pay for College?
As certified college planning specialists, we help students and families of Western New York better understand the college financial...

Jeff Boron
Aug 16, 20222 min read
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Grandparents & Family Can Contribute More to College 529 Plans Following Change to FAFSA Rule
Today’s blog focuses on a recent update in Congress that changes the way future students and families will pay for college. Let’s take a loo

Jeff Boron
Jun 24, 20222 min read
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Don’t forget to sign up for the Young Achiever Scholarship before the July 1st Deadline!
The school year is winding down and the summer is beginning to heat up. We’re sure the last thing you want to be thinking about is...
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May 27, 20222 min read
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New Spending Bill Includes Improvements to FAFSA Simplification Act
In March of this year, an omnibus spending package was unveiled by congress that includes several changes to the FAFSA Simplification...

Jeff Boron
May 17, 20222 min read
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