Are soaring college costs holding your dreams hostage? 

Dive into a critical discussion on ‘Between Life and Money,’ where host Jeff Panik from Balance Wealth Partners confronts the challenge of financing a college education in an era of skyrocketing costs. Jeff offers a sensible approach, stressing the importance of calculating the return on investment for a college degree and advocating for early, strategic family discussions about college finances.

Key Highlights:

• The Power of AP Courses: How high school AP courses can significantly cut down college expenses
  
• Harnessing Scholarships and Grants: Exploring valuable resources for funding opportunities, including local options
  
• The Importance of FAFSA: A deep dive into why FAFSA is a pivotal part of securing federal student aid
  
• Community College as a Smart Start: Unpacking the financial and flexible advantages of beginning at a community college
  
• The Promise of Trade Schools: Showcasing trade professions as lucrative, debt-free career alternatives
  
• And much more!
  

Resources:

• Scholarship.com
  
• Big Future
  
• FAFSA
  

Connect with Jeff Panik:

• LinkedIn: Jeff Panik, CFP®, MSFS, CRPS 
  
• Website: BalanceWealthPartners.com