The Parent Playbook to Reduce College Costs - Episode 144

25/09/2025 45 min Temporada 2 Episodio 144
The Parent Playbook to Reduce College Costs - Episode 144

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Send us a textIn today's episode, I sit down with Paul Compeau, a friendly CFP who helps families pay less for college. We talk about simple steps you can take right now, like filling out FAFSA the right way, building a smart college list, and knowing the real price before you say yes. Paul shares easy tips to find money you don’t have to pay back, how to ask schools for a better offer, and what to do if you didn’t save enough. We also cover common mistakes to avoid so you don’t hurt your retirement.About our guest:Paul Compeau is passionate about helping families figure out how to pay for college and help students develop and continue down the right path for them. He helps parents and students confidently navigate college costs while building long-term wealth. Known for his practical, values-based approach, Paul combines deep planning expertise with relatable, real-world college advice—delivered virtually across the country. Paul is a Certified Financial PlannerTM and founder of BridgeWise College Planning, serving families since 2008.Join "How to Plan for College Without Losing Your Financial Future" here, September 30 @ 8pm ET / 5pm PT:https://www.crowdcast.io/c/how-to-plan-for-collegeBridgeWise Financial Partnerhttps://www.bridgewisefinancialpartners.com/Support the show---Please join me here, and follow me on social media, Instagram, and Facebook.Need help getting started on your path to financial freedom? Start Here Join the Financially Intentional Community Oh and please subscribe and leave a review on whatever app you're using to stream this podcast. Get my book Smart Money

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