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Investing in Your Child's Future: Exploring Your Options for Your Child’s K-12 Education
Investing in your child's education doesn't have to break the bank. Learn about financial strategies and schooling options for K-12 students

John J. Diak, CFP®
Jul 17, 20236 min read


Parents’ Guide to Financial Aid: Scholarships, Grants, and Student Loans
Scholarships, grants, and other financial aid are often available to help pay for college costs - if you know where to look.

John J. Diak, CFP®
Jun 6, 20226 min read


Life Skills College Students Should Know Before Leaving Home
Before you send your young adult off to college for the first time, make sure they have a handle on these nine life skills.

John J. Diak, CFP®
Aug 23, 20216 min read


It’s Never Too Late for College Financial Planning
If your child has graduated high school or is about to and you realize you don’t have enough saved for his college education, don’t panic. T

John J. Diak, CFP®
Jul 2, 20194 min read


It’s Never Too Early for College Financial Planning
Worried about how you’ll ever save up enough money to cover the huge amount your children will need for their college education? When you st

John J. Diak, CFP®
Jun 25, 20194 min read


Ways to Ease the Cost of College
Finding enough money to pay for your child’s college education is challenging. Fortunately, there are ways to cover tuition costs that don’t

John J. Diak, CFP®
Feb 6, 20194 min read


Smart Financial & Insurance Moves for New Parents
Becoming a new parent brings many new financial responsibilities. You’ll want to take care of the essentials in budgeting, insurance, and th

John J. Diak, CFP®
Nov 13, 20184 min read


Coping with College Loans
Is student loan debt weighing on the economy? Probably. Total student loan debt in America is now around $1.5 trillion, having tripled since

John J. Diak, CFP®
Jul 10, 20184 min read


A New Day for 529 Plans
If you have a 529 college savings plan, or have ever thought about opening one, you should know about two major changes that broaden the pos

John J. Diak, CFP®
Mar 6, 20183 min read


Having the Money Talk with Your Children
Some young adults manage to acquire a fair amount of financial literacy. In the classroom or the workplace, they learn a great deal about fi

John J. Diak, CFP®
Aug 22, 20173 min read


The Real Cost of College
How much will your family end up paying for college? Your household’s income may have less influence than you think – and some private colle

John J. Diak, CFP®
Aug 8, 20173 min read


New Tax Perks for 529 Plans
As 2015 ended, Congress passed the Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act (PATH). Deep in its fine print were two “sweeteners” – tax...

John J. Diak, CFP®
Aug 10, 20161 min read


Transferring Assets to a 529 Plan
By now most Americans who are saving and investing to pay for college costs have probably heard that so-called 529 college savings plans...

John J. Diak, CFP®
Aug 8, 20165 min read


Paying Off Student Loans
There are many choices for repaying student loans. This checklist can help you weigh them. Actively managing your debt is an important...

John J. Diak, CFP®
Aug 2, 20163 min read


Consider Prepaid Tuition Plans for College Savings
If you’re currently investing for your children’s college education or are planning to do so in the near future, you may want to consider...

John J. Diak, CFP®
Aug 1, 20165 min read
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