With the passing of Labor Day last week, summer has officially ended and college students have resumed classes. Whether living in the dorms or apartments, they’ll be faced with the added costs of a life away from home. We’re here to help! » Read More

(This is Part VI in a series of posts about Joe’s mission to find the perfect colleges for his daughters. )

As Lauren prepares to graduate high school and our college selection journey approaches its end, I can’t help but reminisce about my high school years.

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(This is Part V in a series of posts about Joe’s mission to find the perfect colleges for his daughters. Check out his first, second, third and fourth posts to catch up.)

At COUNTRY Financial, we have a slogan – “What’s your idea of financial security?” As it implies, everyone has an ideal goal driving their need to save. » Read More

(This is part IV of a series of posts about Joe’s mission to find the perfect colleges for his daughters.  Check out his first, second and third posts to catch up.)

As mid-2002 came, we had plenty on our plate.  Our investment accounts were sagging and we wrestled with an unexpected windfall from my in-laws’ estate.

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(This is part III of a series of posts about Joe’s mission to find the perfect colleges for his daughters.  Check out his first and second posts to catch up.)

The new millennium had started.  The equity markets were soaring, new records were being broken daily and it appeared no matter what stocks or funds you purchased, you just couldn’t lose. » Read More

(This is part II of a series of posts about Joe’s mission to find the perfect colleges for his daughters.  Check out his first post to catch up.)

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Parents find it easier to talk with teens about the birds and bees than money topics such as the cost of college.  Yes, many parents are shy about talking with their kids about…money!
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