Episode Synopsis "Saving For College #1: Getting started"

Money Concepts Radio is a financial series brought to you by KDCR and Money Concepts – The Planning FirmTM in Sioux Center, IA.  The following is not to be construed as tax or legal advice.   Host: Thomas De Jong, M.S.   Download the entire series: https://theplanningfirm.egnyte.com/dl/1eERgKsLCZ Download the series transcript: https://theplanningfirm.egnyte.com/dl/c0B7M5t9ur All securities through Money Concepts Capital Corp.  Member FINRA/SIPC.  Money Concepts Capital Corp. is not affiliated with The Planning Firm.TM  

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