The Plan Wisely Resource Library

Preparing for your kids’ college can be an emotional money decision for parents. We don’t want to feel like we’re denying our kids their “dreams,” and that can make the financial side of college planning…

Planning for college can feel overwhelming. With tuition costs rising and financial aid rules changing, it’s easy to feel stuck. And the truth is, the college planning conversation starts well before senior year. With the…

In this episode, Erik Garcia, CFP®, and host of the Stuff About Money podcast, continues his conversation with John Hupalo from My College Corner, exploring the complex world of student loans. Building on their previous…

In this episode of the “Stuff About Money” podcast, host Erik Garcia, CFP®, CHFC®, BFA®, welcomes back his good friend John Hupalo from mycollegecorner to discuss college financing. This is part one of their conversation,…

College is CRAZY expensive. As a parent, where do you start planning for your child’s Higher Ed? There is so much competing for your money and with many colleges not offering merit-based financial aid, the…

FAFSA? EFC? SAI? What does all this mean? College planning is complicated and overwhelming for both the student and the parent. There should be an easy button to plan for college.  In this episode of…

Education planning comes with many obstacles, like student loans, meal plans, housing… and, as some of you will come to find out, what happens after graduation. Xavier Angel, CFP®, ChFC, CLTC, tells Erik Garcia, CFP®,…

Paying for college is tricky! Filling out the FAFSA, applying for loans, trying for scholarships… and then, debt. The process is anxiety inducing and sometimes ambiguous – but that doesn’t mean it has to be!…

When it comes to college financing, the maze of financial aid, FAFSA forms, student loans, and 529 plans can be overwhelming. But understanding these complexities is key to unlocking a brighter future. This guide empowers…

Saving and Planning for Your Child’s College College is CRAZY expensive. As a parent, where do you start planning for your child’s Higher Ed? There is so much competing for money. How much should you…

College is CRAZY expensive. As a parent, where do you start planning for your child’s Higher Ed? There is so much competing for money. How much should you be saving? Should you prioritize college savings…

College is CRAZY expensive. As a parent, where do you start planning for your child’s Higher Ed? There is so much competing for money. How much should you be saving? Should you prioritize college savings…