How To Save For Your Kid's College Education

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How To Save For Your Kid's College Education

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Sep 11, 2019

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Don't let the sticker price of college paralyze you. This episode gives you smart saving strategies — including how to prioritize your own retirement savings, choosing a 529 plan and what financial aid offices really look at — so you can start saving for your child's college tuition.

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Sep 11, 2019

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