Purchasing an Education: Drawing On 35 Years of College Planning Wisdom With Tom O'Hare

Join Arsenal Financial advisors Doug Orifice and Jeremy Vaille as they open up their relaxed office conversations about various financial topics for everybody to hear. For this episode they welcome the podcast's first guest, independent college advisor Tom O'Hare. Listen to learn about:The state of higher education today, from the rising costs for families to the moves colleges and universities are making to keep up with the Jonses.Tom's strategy of purchasing an education like you would a house or any other large purchase. The crazy supply and demand numbers right now and how to properly assess your situation to make sure you're looking at the right schools for you.When the proper time is to start planning for college and what are some of the things you can do to nudge students and parents into that frame of mind.And as always, start saving early!In the Mythbuster segment, Jeremy and Tom take on myths around what type of families get financial aid, whether people need to set aside savings for education even if they don't know whether their kid will go to college, and whether a "free ride" is really free.Then finish up with some dad jokes from Jeremy.Learn more about Tom at getcollegegoing.com or (617) 240-7350.Learn more about Doug, Jeremy, and Arsenal Financial at arsenalfinancial.com or call (781) 335-9100.Securities and advisory services offered through LPL Financial, a registered investment advisor. Member FINRA/SIPC. The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener’s personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a final decision.