The College Bill Is Coming: What Parents Need to Know Before Borrowing

About this episode

Amy Irvine discusses financial considerations for parents and students regarding college education and borrowing.

About the Guest(s): Amy Irvine is the founder and CEO of Rooted Planning Group, a financial planning firm dedicated to helping individuals and families achieve financial well-being. With years of experience in the financial industry, Amy is an esteemed financial advisor known for her insightful strategies and personal approach to financial planning. Her expertise spans a variety of financial planning areas, emphasizing the importance of aligning life events with financial goals. Episode Summary: In this episode of Money Roots, host Amy Irvine dives into the important considerations for parents and students as they navigate the financial aspects of college education, particularly in light of new regulatory changes effective from July 1, 2026. Drawing on her extensive knowledge in financial planning, Amy offers a comprehensive guide to understanding the real cost of college, the borrowing process for both students and parents, and the crucial factors to assess when selecting an educational institution. The discussion begins with an introduction to the "real cost of college," focusing on the features and benefits of the College Navigator website. This online tool provides…

People in this episode

Host: Amy Irvine

Topics covered

• college education
• financial planning
• borrowing process
• tuition costs
• regulatory changes

Keywords

• college costs
• financial well-being
• tuition fees
• graduation rates
• financial goals

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Rooted Planning Group

Products: College Navigator

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