The Daily Difference: Planning For College Doesn't Just Mean Saving

As wealth advisors, when we speak with clients about college it almost undoubtedly means a conversation around how much to save, rising costs and 529 accounts. However, planning for college goes well beyond just socking money away. One of our partners, BlackRock has put out an excellent piece, Getting Schooled: Six Steps to Better College Prep . In this article, topics such as opening the lines of communication with your child, choosing high school classes wisely and the winning combination of grades and test scores are explored in very insightful detail. There are many resources available today. Don’t hesitate to reach out to your wealth advisor, guidance counselor or college financing specialist. The path is ever changing and being organized can put you ahead of the game.