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Hi, I’m Ryan Clark. I’ve helped thousands of families reduce college costs and get their teens into schools they love. This blog is where I share what’s working now — so you can confidently navigate the process with less stress and more savings.

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The A to Z of College Finances

Ryan Clark

Published on: 06/17/2023

our easy alphabetical reminder of all of the financial components of the college experience.

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Tax Benefits that Help Cover the Cost of College

Ryan Clark

Published on: 02/25/2023

Educational tax benefits can help U.S. students offset the cost of college by reducing their or their parents’ Federal tax obligations. Many American families, however, aren’t aware that these programs exist. Don't be one of the 14 million families that miss out on these benefits each year.

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Money For College

Ryan Clark

Published on: 01/27/2023

Money should never stop anyone from attending college! Yes, college can be expensive, but there are resources available to help you and your family pay for college. Learn about the major sources of financial aid for college here.

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Financial Matters: Pre-College Financial and Legal Matters

Ryan Clark

Published on: 06/30/2022

If your child has turned or will turn 18 during the next year, she is legally an adult, and you, her parent, lose the legal authority to make decisions on her behalf. That means that you have no legal right to see her grades, manage her finances), make medical decisions, or speak with her doctor.

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Financial Matters: College Majors with the Best ROI

Ryan Clark

Published on: 03/22/2022

Students and parents alike are far more thoughtful about both if and where they continue into higher education after graduating from high school. It has been shown that college graduates on average earn 80% more than those with just a high school diploma.

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Consider Your Return on Investment When It Comes To Picking A College

Ryan Clark

Published on: 02/07/2022

There are so many moving parts to a student’s search for the ‘right’ college – location, academic options, student services, clubs and organizations, career preparations – but none of them matters if a family is unable to afford that wonderful education.

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