Regan, Author at Red Kite Blog

FAFSA Opens Soon: 5 Things Families Can Do Now

Get these key details organized before the 2027–28 FAFSA opens. FAFSA season is almost here. The 2027–28 FAFSA is expected to be available by October 1, but families don’t have…

Regan September 8, 2026

College Budgeting College Life

Your Back-to-School Financial Check-In: 5 Things to Do Now

The school year is officially underway. As you settle into new classes, routines and schedules, you may also be getting a clearer picture of what this semester will actually cost.…

Regan August 31, 2026

Scholarship Spotlight

Red Kite’s September Scholarship Spotlight: Back to School, Back to Scholarships

Welcome back to school! We hope you’re settling into your new schedule, reconnecting with friends and finding your rhythm. As you get back into the swing of classes, activities and…

Regan August 26, 2026

Money Monday

Money Monday: Start the Semester With a Budget That Actually Works

A new semester can bring a lot of expenses at once. Books, supplies, transportation, meals, fees and everyday spending can add up quickly, sometimes before you have settled into your…

Regan August 17, 2026

Lifestyle Tips

Your Back-to-School Game Plan, Made Simple

Back-to-school season can bring excitement, anticipation, and a little stress. Whether classes have already started or your first day is still ahead, you do not need to tackle everything at…

Regan August 14, 2026

Parent Newsletters

A Quick Parent Guide from August Through College Decision Day

Senior year brings overlapping application, financial aid and scholarship deadlines. Use this guide to help your student focus on the right tasks at the right time without feeling like it…

Regan August 14, 2026

College Prep

The Rising Senior’s Month-by-Month College Application Timeline

Senior year comes with a lot of moving pieces: college applications, financial aid forms, scholarship deadlines, essays, recommendations and big decisions about cost. You do not have to tackle all…

Regan August 11, 2026

Parent Newsletters

Before You Borrow: How to Compare College Loan Options

By late summer, you may have reviewed your student’s financial aid, confirmed their available federal student loans, and received the college bill. If there is still an amount left to…

Regan August 3, 2026

Scholarship Spotlight

Red Kite’s August Scholarship Spotlight: Apply Before Summer Ends

A new school year and new possibilities are just weeks away! While you enjoy the final weeks of summer, consider setting aside a little time to explore scholarships with August…

Regan August 3, 2026

College Prep Financial Aid Student Loans

How to Compare Student Loan Options and Avoid Common Borrowing Traps

After scholarships, grants, financial aid, and other available resources have been applied, you may still have education costs left to cover. Borrowing may be one way to manage that remaining…

Regan July 23, 2026