by cbrgadmin | Oct 11, 2018 | Events
Steven Sirot, President and Chief Executive Officer at College Benefits Research Group, is participating as a panelist in Education: A FREE Panel Discussion hosted by NJBIZ, scheduled for October 17, 2018 from 8:00-10:00 AM at The Imperia, 1714 Easton Ave., Somerset,...
by cbrgadmin | Oct 9, 2018 | College entrance exams
The SAT is a mountain that nearly every high school student must climb. Test-taking anxiety and fear of performing poorly overwhelm many students, and they don’t perform as well as they could. If you’re dreading the SAT, here are some practical tips you can apply to...
by cbrgadmin | Oct 4, 2018 | Press Releases
College Benefits Research Group Co-Founder, Steven Sirot Featured In The Star-Ledger -College Planner offers a step-by-step guide to fill out crucial FAFSA form- Steven Sirot, Co-Founder, College Benefits Research Group (CBRG), was recently featured in The...
by cbrgadmin | Sep 26, 2018 | College students
Building credit is a tricky process. It is hard to get approved for new credit without already having a good credit score, making it a catch-22 for new students. However, there are some great options available for students, and it can be helpful to know and understand...
by cbrgadmin | Sep 12, 2018 | College finances
Paying for college can be tough. With tuition costs rivaling mortgages in some areas, it can be a significant expense. All options should be carefully considered, and it starts with informing your child of your plans and intentions. Will you help them pay for college,...
by cbrgadmin | Aug 21, 2018 | College Savings
Divorce is never a pleasant subject, even in the most amicable of cases. No matter what your relationship may be, it can be deeply uncomfortable having to work with your ex for any length of time. However, planning for your children’s college requires a level of...
by cbrgadmin | Aug 13, 2018 | Workshops
College Benefits Research Group (CBRG) is sponsoring a free college planning community workshop for parents and their college bound students. The workshop at the Wayne Elks Lodge will focus on strategies for maximizing your family’s college financial aid and lowering...
by cbrgadmin | Aug 7, 2018 | College finances
College expenses are creeping up every year. In fact, “creeping” might just be a huge understatement. The truth is that the cost of college is wildly out of control and paying for your child’s educational expenses out of pocket is becoming more and more unlikely. To...
by cbrgadmin | Jul 24, 2018 | College freshmen, College preparations
Watching your kids go to college can be a heartbreaking experience. For the first time in their lives, they won’t be living at home. This is a stressful time for the whole family – including your new freshman, who’s probably just as scared as you are. As a parent,...
by cbrgadmin | Jul 10, 2018 | College freshmen
College is an exciting time for students. For most people, college is their first time living independently. Because of that, however, it’s also just as intimidating. Entering college is a culture shock. Living alone, creating your schedule, and attending classes take...
