RL129 - How to Lower the Cost of Education

Today on the Retirement Lifestyle Show, Roshan Loungani, Erik Olson, and Adrian Nicholson go through easy-to-implement strategies to lower the cost of college. They talk about the current cost of attending college, how to pay for college without breaking the bank, and whether the price of attending an elite school is really worth it. [01:02] A Strategic Look at Paying For Your Kid's College Education [06:30] Stanford University Research on the Burden of Student Loans [09:21] Do Your Kids Really Need College? [13:42] How to Pay for Your Kid's College: What Parents Need to Know [15:55] Work-Study Programs Eligibility [17:10] The Current Cost of Attending College [20:20] The Most Expensive College in the World [21:25] Developing a College Search Strategy [29:09] Ways to Reduce the Cost of College [32:15] Understanding Federal Financial Aid [35:45] How Does the FAFSA Determine Who Will Receive Aid and How Much? [37:50] All You Need to Know About Student Aid [44:40] The 529 Plan Rules and Contribution Limits [49:25] When and When Not to Put Assets in Your Children's Names [53:00] Tips on Spending Money in College Savings Accounts [55:28] How the National Guard Helps Pay For College [58:20] Parting Thoughts Roshan can be reached at [email protected] or at 202-536-4468.  Erik can be reached at [email protected] or 815-940-4652. Adrian can be reached at [email protected] or at 703-915-8905. Follow Us At: Website: https://retirementlifestyleshow.com/ https://www.retirewithroshan.com https://youtu.be/hKVzI87v0tA https://twitter.com/RoshanLoungani https://www.linkedin.com/in/roshanloungani/ https://www.facebook.com/retirewithroshan/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/financialerik/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrian-nicholson-74b82b13b/ #retirementlifestylepodcast #fire #podcast #FI #Retire #retirewithroshan #BAM #BusinessAsMission #ImpactInvesting All opinions expressed by podcast hosts and guests are solely their own. While based on information they believe is reliable, neither Arete Wealth nor its affiliates warrant its completeness or accuracy, nor do their opinions reflect the opinion of Arete Wealth. This podcast is for general informational purposes only and should not be regarded as specific advice or recommendations for any individual. Before making any decisions, consult a professional.