2/2/2010: Nationwide college tuition on the rise: It's kind of a perfect storm for students...referring to the double whammy of tuition hikes and threatened cuts in financial aid
2/1/2010: Parents, students on edge over soaring tuition: Tuition has been trending upward for years...The College Board says families are paying about $172 to $1,096 more in tuition and fees this school year. The national average for 2009-2010 is about $7,020...
2/1/2010: Website Offers Cutting Critique of Cal Tuition Hikes: Students are attempting to put faces and real stories to the tuition hikes and cutbacks by chronicling the impacts on a new website, Californiacuts.org
1/12/2010: Family investing after the recession: It all starts with saving. The earlier you do it the better...You could get a nasty surprise 18 years from now because the college would give less aid if you get the 529 plan.
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IRAs for Kids?: Not only will modest contributions add up to significant savings...but it's also a way to teach your child an invaluable lesson - one he or she isn't likely to learn in school. - Smart Money
IRAs for Kids: It will only take a few seconds for you to realize how powerful this can be for your child's investing and financial future. - Motley Fool
Start your kids on the Roth road: ...a Roth IRA offers the greatest opportunity for growth because the money grows tax-free. Kids don't need the deferred taxes feature of a traditional IRA because they're probably not paying taxes. - Bankrate.com
Why Your Kids Need a Roth IRA: Looking for the perfect gift for your children? Open a Roth for them, and start them on the road to retirement security. - Kiplinger
Below are the different categories you can shop while contributing to a young person's college education.
Here are some Kidira stores that contribute to students that cost nothing.
Idea: Try one of these stores to get a feel of how Kidira works!
Need something fast? Here are some stores that we recommend to make your shopping easier and faster.
Barnes & Noble.com
Jos. A Bank Lane Bryant
CreditCards.com
Best Buy Buy.com
Wal-Mart
optionsXpress Zecco
Shutterfly.com GiftCertificates.com
Our Better World Now
Vons.com
Shoebuy.com Footlocker.com
PsPrint Constant Contact
SportsAuthority
kbtoys.com Toys R Us
Travelocity expedia.com