"We've taken care of you your whole life, but we have a future as well..."

Navigating college decisions can be a whirlwind of excitement and anxiety, especially when finances enter the chat. Join Steve as he sheds light on balancing dreams with reality and making those pivotal conversations with your future college student as constructive as possible.

In this episode, we cover:

• Initiating crucial financial conversations with your child about college costs.
• Clarifying exactly what a family can afford without sacrificing future financial stability.
• Understanding the real costs behind college tuition, including living expenses.
• Delving into the implications of student debt and why it's crucial to keep it within a "one year's salary" rule.
• Exploring the benefits of federal versus private student loans.

Tired of feeling in the dark about these tough choices? Don't miss the full episode on YouTube, where we dive even deeper! 🌟

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