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 / Modified sep 17, 2018 12:06 p.m.

Tips for Keeping the Cost of College Down

A discussion with certified financial planner Mary Ahearn.

As the new school year begins, many prospective college students and their families are already finalizing forms for financial aid. Some families may find themselves in situations where they dip into their retirement savings to cover tuition. Certified financial planner Mary Ahearn first noticed that trend in 2008. She shared some of the advice she now gives families to help them get ahead.

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