by cbrgadmin | Dec 5, 2018 | Choosing colleges
Choosing the right college takes a lot of time and research. Finding the right combination of financing, location, and class selection is crucial to enjoying a positive college experience. Here are a few key factors to help you make the right decision. Location,...
by cbrgadmin | Nov 20, 2018 | College debt
Every year, students graduate from college and university with mounds of student loan debt. With the rising cost of tuition, textbooks, and room and board, this debt can amount to thousands, tens of thousands, and even hundreds of thousands of dollars. Young graduates...
by cbrgadmin | Nov 8, 2018 | Press Releases
-College Planner discusses benefits of in-state college choices – Steven Sirot, Co-Founder, College Benefits Research Group (CBRG) recently served on a panel discussion, hosted by NJBIZ, where he discussed methods of working with families choosing in state colleges....
by cbrgadmin | Nov 6, 2018 | College students, College success
You’ve spent hours helping them with their applications, reminded them to sign up for the SATs, and watched proudly as they received their high school diploma. You packed up your car with all their luggage, took them dorm shopping, and moved them on campus for their...
by cbrgadmin | Oct 23, 2018 | Choosing colleges
Choosing a college is a pivotal moment in your child’s life. You want to ensure that he or she chooses wisely and finds the best fit. You want to give input and share the wisdom you’ve gained from experience, but your child wants the freedom to make this decision....
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,...
