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Posted inCollege 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…
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July 23, 2026
Posted inCollege Prep Financial Aid Preparing for College

Before You Pay Your College Bill: What to Check

The first college tuition bill can be a shock. The total may look different from the financial aid offer you reviewed, unfamiliar fees may appear, and some aid may be…
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July 14, 2026
Posted inFinancial Aid Preparing for College Scholarships

Parent PLUS Loan Changes Begin July 1: What Students and Families Should Do Now

If Parent PLUS loans are part of a your college funding plan, important changes are coming on July 1, 2026. New borrowing limits and repayment rules could affect how much…
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June 25, 2026
Posted inCollege Prep Preparing for College

Stay Ahead of Summer Melt: What Can Go Wrong (and How to Prevent It)

You can enjoy summer and still stay on track. For many students, summer feels like the finish line. High school seniors have graduated. College students have wrapped up finals. Families…
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June 4, 2026
Posted inCollege Life College Prep Preparing for College

Make Summer Count: A Simple Plan for What Comes Next

Summer is often seen as a break from school responsibilities, but it can also be one of the best opportunities for students to quietly get ahead before fall deadlines, expenses,…
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May 21, 2026
Posted inCollege Life Preparing for College

After the Decision: Your College Next-Step Checklist

The deposit is in. The decision is made. The excitement is real. For many families and students, committing to a college can feel like the finish line after months of…
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April 30, 2026
Scholarship Deadlines and Momentum: How to Make the Best Use of 1 Hour This Week
Posted inFinancial Aid Scholarships

Scholarship Deadlines and Momentum: How to Make the Best Use of 1 Hour This Week

Between classes, activities, and the pace of everyday life, staying on top of scholarships and financial aid can feel like one more thing competing for attention. But here’s the good…
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Posted by Regan Blume February 26, 2026
New Semester, New Money: How Parents Can Keep Scholarship Momentum Going
Posted inCollege Life Financial Aid Preparing for College

New Semester, New Money: How Parents Can Keep Scholarship Momentum Going

The semester is in full swing and for many families, that means a steady stream of financial decisions. Between classes, scholarships, and deadlines, it’s easy for things to spiral into…
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Posted by Regan Blume February 13, 2026
Start Spring Strong: A January Reset Guide
Posted inCollege Life Preparing for College

Start Spring Strong: A January Reset Guide

January offers something rare in the college planning journey: a pause. After the rush of fall applications, deadlines, and decisions, the start of a new semester creates a natural reset…
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Posted by Regan Blume January 13, 2026
Happy New Year from Red Kite
Posted inCollege Life General Preparing for College

Happy New Year from Red Kite

Happy New Year! As we head into a new year, we want to say a sincere thank you for being part of the Red Kite community. Students, parents, and educators,…
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Posted by Regan Blume January 6, 2026
Financial Fit vs. Dream School: How to Find the Right Balance
Posted inCollege Application Preparing for College

Financial Fit vs. Dream School: How to Find the Right Balance

It’s exciting when your student falls in love with their “dream school” and as a new year begins, that excitement can start to feel more real as decision deadlines and…
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Posted by Regan Blume December 15, 2025
FAFSA Submitted: What to Expect Next
Posted inCollege Application FAFSA Federal Aid

FAFSA Submitted: What to Expect Next

The FAFSA is officially off your to-do list. Now let’s talk about what comes next. For many parents, this is when the real questions start. Once your FAFSA is processed,…
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Posted by Regan Blume November 20, 2025
“Need-Based” vs “Merit-Based” Aid, and How to Qualify for Both
Posted inCollege Application Financial Aid

“Need-Based” vs “Merit-Based” Aid, and How to Qualify for Both

The number one question we hear from parents during application season is, “How do we pay for college?” Between scholarships, grants, and financial aid offers, the language can get confusing…
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Posted by Regan Blume October 29, 2025
Early Action vs. Regular Decision: What Parents Should Know
Posted inCollege Application

Early Action vs. Regular Decision: What Parents Should Know

As a parent, you know how quickly college application season sneaks up. With deadlines looming, one of the most common questions is whether your student should apply Early Action or…
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Posted by Regan Blume October 15, 2025
What Parents of High School Seniors Should Know
Posted inPreparing for College

What Parents of High School Seniors Should Know

Your child’s senior year of high school is exciting, but let’s be honest, it can also feel overwhelming. Between campus visits, application deadlines, essays, and financial aid forms, it’s easy…
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Posted by Regan Blume September 11, 2025
Scholarship Search 101: A Parent’s Quick Start Guide
Posted inFinancial Aid Preparing for College Scholarships

Scholarship Search 101: A Parent’s Quick Start Guide

Your time is limited. Paying for college shouldn’t feel impossible. Search “college scholarships,” and you’ll see the problem: endless links, outdated pages, and vague promises. For busy parents, it’s hard…
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Posted by Regan Blume August 14, 2025

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