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Melissa Brock
Personal Finance and Admission Expert
My name is Melissa and I’m a longtime admission professional, personal finance writer, editor and parent.
I hatched my site because I’ve heard so many head-scratching questions from parents.
I’ve journeyed in the footsteps of hundreds of families, trekked to dozens of college fairs.
I want to help you and your kiddo on your college journey.
How to Get In-State Tuition When You Live Out of State
Have you ever compared the tuition cost differences between in-state and out-of-state schools? Did you gasp out loud when you saw out-of-state costs? Yep, yep. It’s often thousands of dollars more expensive to go to an out-of-state university compared to an in-state...
Buying a Home as a College Student: Can You Do It?
Most of us have been there: transitioning from high school to college puts us in the grownup league. This is the point where many things change, and we begin to think more maturely. One of the many things we begin to consider is a roof over our heads. Sure, as a...
The New Graduate’s Guide to the Best E-Book Resources for Money Management
Nothing beats the rewarding experience of getting that degree after years of hard work. However, the uncertainty of what comes after can also be nerve-wracking. As fresh graduates step into the world of adulthood, it’s important to have the best resources to navigate...
When to Start Visiting Colleges: A Detailed Guide for Parents
Here's one of the most important questions you can ask: When to start visiting colleges? You may have no earthly idea when you should start. Should you get a jump start freshman year in high school? Is that crazy? Too early? Or should you wait till junior year?...
3 Degrees to Pursue to Achieve Financial Stability
Everyone in this world wants to become financially stable—the sooner, the better. Unfortunately, there's no magic formula for becoming financially stable. Even Google can't help everyone become rich fast. Spending less than you earn and saving as much money as...