Janet Loren, Certified Educational Planner (CEP) and Partner at College Benefits Research Group, was recently interviewed by Karin Price Mueller, Biz Brain, on how to hire the right college counselor. In the article titled, “Hiring help to choose colleges,” Loren...
Making the Most of Your College Visit
Searching for the right college during the application process can be stressful. Visiting college campuses is a fun and exciting break, but it can also be overwhelming. You will be loaded with information about the campus from representatives describing all the best...
Know These 4 Common College Admission Requirements
Between classes and extracurricular activities, high school students have a lot on their plates. At a time when it should be at the forefront of their mind, they can forget about college admission and requirements. 4 Common College Admission Requirements to Ease the...
Is Free College in the Future for Other States?
New York may have changed the game when it comes to higher education. The state recently passed a bill to provide free tuition to students in certain circumstances. This program, called the Excelsior Scholarship, will cover the cost of classes (after all other...
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...
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 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...