I help parents with strategies to lower the cost, manage the cash flow, maximize financial aid and create tax savings that will help pay for college.

 Carol Wagar, CPA
Certified College Planning Specialist

Phone: (509) 969-4246
Fax: (509) 966-2919

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2010 Parent Questionnaire


Can We Help You?

Parents:

Your child's college education is your family's second largest financial purchase.  College costs are increasing faster than the inflation rate.  Do you need help in finding the right college?  The good news is that the financial aid world is larger than you might think,  schools are in competition for students and you don't have to pay the "sticker price" of college.  Learn more on the parents page.

Grandparents:

The annual cost at the average public university is now $18,000 per year.  Private colleges can cost $30,000 to $50,000 annually. Many families simply don't have the resources to provide that to their children.  Often grandparents have the desire to assist with college yet are unsure of the best way to help.  Learn more on the grandparents page.

Students:

It's very common for students to feel overwhelmed by the whole college process.  Parents may pressure their children and the result is that students just don't want to think about it.  Rather than avoiding the issue, you can take control of the process and make an informed decision that you feel good about.  Having a plan and doing what you can to control the process will take some of the stress out of your high school years. Learn more on the students page.