Taming The High Cost of College
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Taming The High Cost of College
Taming the High Cost of College teaches parents the secrets of how to plan and save for college so you can help make your children's dreams come true. Hosted by Brad Baldridge, a Certified Financial Planner and college planning expert, you'll learn what you need to save time, save money and reduce s...
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179 Rethinking College Value and Fit
Is college still worth it? In this episode of the Taming the High Cost of College podcast, Brad Baldridge talks with education expert Michael B. Horn...
178 College Support for Neurodiverse Students: A Guide for Parents
Parents of neurodiverse students are often not aware that support options for their student change once they go to college. Colleges won't automatical...
177 Helping Undecided Students Choose Their Major or Career
Many students feel stuck when choosing a major or career path, and parents often worry about the cost of indecision. In this episode, Brad Baldridge a...
176 Five Things Parents of Juniors Should Be Doing Right Now
Is your high school student heading into their junior year this fall? Or do you have a future junior in your household? Make sure they're on track to...
175 AI, College Admissions, and the Future of Education
AI is everywhere, but what does it really mean for college planning? In this episode, Brad welcomes returning guest Brian Keith South to update us on...
174 College Athletic Recruiting and NIL Deals: The Reality for Student-Athletes
What's the new reality for typical student-athletes? What do families need to know, so they can navigate the process and help student-athletes get rec...
173 Motivating Teens to Discover Their "Why" and Plan for College
Many teens seem unmotivated about college and their future. But the real problem is that they haven't found their personal "why" that will make them m...
172 Career and College Planning in a Tougher Job Market
The job market is getting much tougher for college graduates, so now's the time for parents and teens to take action. Tune in to Brad Baldridge and ca...
171 Is College Really Worth It? Costs, Benefits, and Smarter Planning for Families
Is college truly worth it for families? Here's what parents and students should consider and how to make a smarter, more realistic decision. Listen he...
529 Plan Series EP 4: Advanced Strategies Around 529 Plans
Learn advanced 529 plan strategies that can potentially help you maximize your savings and tax benefits while you protect your investment. Tune in her...
529 Plan Series EP 3: 529s and Other College Savings Plans
Learn how 529 plans compare to other college investment options, the pros and cons of each, and strategies to help you potentially maximize your benef...
529 Plan Series EP 2: 529 Plan Investment Options
Learn about 529 plan investment options, including which types of investments can potentially help you maximize your tax-free earnings and college sav...
529 Plan Series EP 1: 529 Plan Basics
Get expert insights on 529 plans, how they work, and why they're one of the best ways for families to save and grow money for college. Listen now:
166 Class Tracker: How to Help Your Students Stay Organized
Learn how your student can get and stay organized with tips from Lesley Martin, a former classroom teacher, academic coach, and founder of ClassTracke...
165 College Parent Central: Parenting in the Best Way Possible
Learn the best ways to parent your college-bound student and what you should and shouldn't do to help them prepare and succeed. Listen here:
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164 Semester at Sea
Learn about the Semester at Sea program, how it works, and the fantastic academic, cultural and world travel experiences it provides for college stude...
163 The College Wellness Guide
Learn the keys to maintaining good physical, mental and social health in college, including what parents can do to help students ensure their wellness...
162 Getting Into Law School
Learn how to get into law school and what students should do to prepare, apply, and maximize their chances of success. Listen now:
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161 Accessible Education for All
Learn how parents can help their kids get the best education after high school and how to pay for it without ending up in too much debt. Listen now:
160 Writing Great Essays for College Admissions and Scholarships
Find out how parents can help their students become a better writer and write a great essay for college admissions or scholarship applications. Listen...
159 Is Engineering for You?
Find out more about engineering careers, including potential jobs and pathways, how to pick an engineering college, how to network, and much more. Lis...
158 Degree Insurance: Guaranteed Income After You Graduate
Learn about Degree Insurance, how it works, and how it helps college students ensure that their degree pays off with a good income and return on inves...
157 College in 3: Getting Your College Degree in 3 Years
Learn how new College in 3 programs are offering students opportunities to earn a degree in three years, with more relevant and beneficial instruction...
156 Is a Liberal Arts Degree Worth It?
Liberal arts degrees have a lasting impact on lifelong success, leadership, and fulfillment. Learn more in this podcast interview with Dr. Rick Detwei...
155 The Parent Compass Navigating Your Teen's Wellness and Academic Journey
Well-intentioned parents can damage their kids' future by guiding them in detrimental ways. Learn how you can do better with wisdom from The Parent Co...
154 529 Plans and the Gift of College
Learn about 529 plans and how they can help parents invest and save money for college tax-free, so they can help their kids graduate debt-free. Tune i...
153 College Success Habits: 7 Powerful Principles
Learn Jesse Mogle's College Success Habits: the seven powerful principles that can help your child excel in college and beyond. Listen now:
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152 Loan Repayment Assistance Programs
Learn about college loan repayment assistance programs (LRAPs) and how they help students repay loans if their post-graduation income is unexpectedly...
151 The Career Toolkit: Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You
Learn how your college-bound student should start career planning, including how they can network, build important career skills, and land a perfect j...
150 How to Send Your Student to College Without Losing Your Mind or Your Money
Learn how passion projects, community service, and taking the right first step in college planning can ensure your student ends up at the right school...
149 Making a Debt-Free Degree Possible
Find out how virtually any student, including those with an average GPA, can earn scholarships, save on college costs, and graduate debt-free. Listen...
148 Demystifying College Admissions and Your Student’s Future
Get expert insights on how to encourage your student to make the right decisions about college and prepare for their future. Listen now:
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147 Making Wise College Decisions with the 5|10|20 Outcomes Rule
Find out how to make a wise college decision with the 5|10|20 outcomes rule for balancing college investment with your long-term financial returns. Tu...
146 Getting Out of College Debt-Free
Great advice for parents on how your student can graduate from college debt-free, including key resources to help you along the way. Listen to the epi...
145 Getting Into Med School
Learn what every parent and student should know about getting into med school, including the process, the key qualifications, and much more. Listen no...
144 Career Planning Empowered by TikTok and LinkedIn
Find out how students can learn about career planning through TikTok, including great tips for using LinkedIn to make important connections. Listen no...
143 Choosing College: How to Make Better Learning Decisions Throughout Your Life
Author Michael B. Horn explains how different types of students approach choosing a college and how parents can help them make a good decision. Listen...
142 Finding the Best Scholarships Through Access Scholarships
Join Brad and his guest, Ayden Berkey, as they talk about Access Scholarships, a great website for finding, researching, and applying for scholarships...
141 Navigating the World of Work
Learn how college-bound students can land their dream job once they've finished school. Hear the best tips from career mentor Daniel Botero. Listen no...
140 Choosing a Career Path
Get the best tips for students who need to choose a career, and find out what parents should and shouldn't do to help them along. Listen to the episod...