If your child is preparing to head off to college in the fall, there are some important financial considerations. Teenagers have little idea about how to save money unless they have been brought up with a strong background in money management. Most will spend...
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Free College: How Free is It?
There’s a lot of buzz lately about New York and free college. A program recently passed through the New York legislature, which provides free tuition for attendees of the state’s public colleges and universities. Some people are calling it a breakthrough and saying...
College Benefits Research Group Featured in Biz Brain Article!
Steven Sirot, CBRG Co-Founder, was recently interviewed by Karin Price Mueller of Biz Brain, regarding how to choose the right college when faced with deciding between schools of similar cost when one is offering merit based aid and the other offer no scholarship....
Tips and Tricks to Trim Your Tuition Bill
High school seniors and their families have been anxiously awaiting the arrival of college acceptance letters. These letters should come as a huge relief, defining what the future entails. Instead, students and their families are left dealing with the financial aid...
Tips for Work Studies
Federal work-study programs allow students to work part-time, typically for the school, while attending college. Work study gives students with financial need the opportunity to earn money to pay for education expenses. There are many types of work studies in...
Writing a Phenomenal Application Essay
The majority of college candidates agree that the worst part of the process is writing the application essay. The essay is where you have the most pressure – it must be clear and concise, appropriate for your topic, and expressive of who you are as a person. The essay...
College Benefits Research Group Featured on “Weekends on WFAN”
CBRG Discusses Financial Planning for Higher Education on Radio Show Steven Sirot and David Slater, Co-Founders, College Benefits Research Group (CBRG), use a unique model to help families find the right “fit” for their child’s college education financially,...
College Debt: Worth the Hassle?
Higher education in America is no small expense. In fact, the dollar amount on a post-secondary education is high enough to dissuade thousands of people from enrolling. In many cases, however, the actual value of continuing an education far outweighs the initial costs...
Prepaid Tuition or College Savings – What’s the Best 529 Savings Plan?
If you’ve researched college savings plans, you’ve likely come across the 529 savings plan. All 50 states sponsor this plan, which IRS codes authorize by Section 529. What you may not know is that two plans fall under the 529 umbrella – a college savings plan and a...
College Benefits Research Group Featured In Daily Record Article
Steven Sirot and David Slater, Co-Founders, College Benefits Research Group (CBRG), were recently interviewed by Michael Izzo, Reporter, The Daily Record, a Morris County based daily newspaper for an article titled, “How Chatham Family Navigated College...
The College Preparation Checklist
Leaving for college is, without a doubt, one of the most exciting moments of your life. You’re embarking on a brand new journey that will impact your future. Before you load up those boxes and head for campus, make sure you’re prepared. How Do I Start Planning for...
The Rundown on College Grants
You’ve just received (or are about to receive) your high school diploma. College is right around the corner, and you’re excited to further your education and see what life has in store. Being financially prepared is crucial for many incoming students. College grants...