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The Department of Education is Moving Forward with Wage Garnishment for Student Loan Borrowers in Default
In this blog, we will break down what it means to be in default, what garnishing wages means for student loan borrowers, and how to best plan for this in the future.

Jeff Boron
6 days ago4 min read


BREAKING NEWS! The SAVE Repayment Plan for Student Loan Borrowers is Being Removed…
In this blog, we will break down the story based on what the SAVE plan did for you, and how you can find other student loan repayment plans to take over for it.
SYKTC Blog
Dec 11, 20253 min read


New Changes to Professional College Degrees and How They Affect Student Loans
In this blog, we will break down the news story, explain the new change, and how it affects your college degree, along with your student loans.

Jeff Boron
Dec 8, 20254 min read


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
Nov 24, 20253 min read


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 19, 20255 min read


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 4, 20254 min read


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 24, 20254 min read


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 9, 20255 min read


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 23, 20254 min read


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 15, 20255 min read


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.

Jeff Boron
Aug 27, 20255 min read


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 18, 20253 min read


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 28, 20253 min read


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 29, 20252 min read


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 16, 20253 min read


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


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


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


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


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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