By Meredith Barnhart, Director of Integrated Communications, Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority. June 28, 2022 The overlap of college savings accounts and financial aid can be confusing for families, and it’s important to know how they affect one another and to understand the financial aid process before starting to save for college. Here are answers to some common questions on […]
Let’s face it; there’s a lot of uncertainty and instability in the world right now – look no further than the ups and downs of the stock market. This volatility may keep some investors on the sidelines, while others may try to time the market, which can be risky. If you’ve been thinking about saving […]
By Troy Montigney, Vice President, Ascensus Government Savings June 14, 2022 (updated from original post in June 2019) Father’s Day means many different things over the course of a man’s life. As a boy, you (or more likely your mom) get to buy your dad practical presents like neckties or new drill bits. The perspective […]
June 7, 2022 Over the last several years, the cost of college has dramatically increased, far outpacing the inflation rate. Many discussions have occurred on whether higher education is still worth it and all the reasons a high-priced education might not bear the returns it once did. With so many graduating in mountains of debt, […]