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$$$$ For College
Asked by M.M. from Dallas
on August 7, 2009
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Wondering if any mamas have been saving for college? Have a 13 year old and 8 year old and back in the younger days we pretty much lived paycheck to paycheck. Well b...
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- Don't waste time, start saving now. The idea of going to college or not is not an option at this house. We set up the college fund for our 14 yr old as soon as she...
- It's definitely a good idea to start saving--and researching--now. There is a HUGE range in how much college can cost, and also in how one can pay for it. Almost all...
- Yes, start saving and setting up accounts NOW. I'm not sure what is presently available but check into state programs. We did the Texas Tomorrow fund and it truly he...
College Advice
Asked by B.F. from Dallas
on March 13, 2009
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Hey Mamas, I have a senior in high school who will be attending college in the fall in a town about 3 hours south. I need to know from moms who have children in colle...
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- For buying things for a dorm room, you can go to Bed, Bath and Beyond and purchase what you need ahead of time. If there is a BB&B in the town (or a town close by) whe...
- These moms have given some great advice here! I'm a professor at a major university, and I have a son in college at a different university. Here are a few things I'd l...
- Wow, so many things I wish I had done differently but these are the ones that stand out: 1) I wish I had gone to a local Jr. College first to get my feet wet and no...
College Funds
Asked by O. from Dallas
on November 10, 2010
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there are so many companies offering you to start safing for your kid's future college education. which one do you find more reliable? thank you
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- None of them. Invest their "college fund" in the same place you invest all of your other savings/retirement - this will give you the most flexibility for your future. ...
- Check out Dave Ramsey's website. He has great suggestions for things like this. He also has a book called the "The Total Money Makeover" and it tells you why or why no...
- I second the DaveRamsey book "The Total Money Makeover". I picked mine up from the library and literally haven't been able to put it down! He has a complete section ta...
Gift for College Graduation
Asked by J.S. from St. Louis
on July 5, 2009
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My neighbor is having a Graduation party for her daughter who just graduated from college and will be attending medical school in the fall. We were wondering what an ...
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- Gift cards are always great for that age. They can get what they want. I would even consider getting a visa gift card (found at walmart). That way she even spend it ...
- Money is always appreciated. I'd give her $25, if you can afford it. When added to what they get from relatives, it's not unusual for grads to walk away from these par...
- Good Morning J., What we did for our College grads was give a gift card to Barnes and Noble or a nice restaurant. If you could up your gift by $10 / $20 they could ei...
College Trunk Party?
Asked by J.T. from Chicago
on August 2, 2010
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Hello -
I have been invited to a few College Trunk parties that are given (usually by the Mom) to a HS graduate who is going away to college to help with expenses. T...
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- I hate to pile on here, but...had this been a graduation party I would say sure go and give what you feel comfortable with. But there is no 'celebration' here only a ...
- $20.00 is good if you can manage that. Walmart gift card are good because there is usually one within walking distance of most colleges.
- never heard of a trunk party. Regular Grad parties are bad enough. I would skip this one or just send a card.
,College Kid Who Is Miserable
Asked by S.L. from San Antonio
on November 4, 2011
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I have an 18 college freshman who is currently attending a great school, but she is miserable and wants to come home after 1 semester. She is extremely unhappy and al...
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- Just because the school is great, doesn't mean it's the right fit for her. I LOVED college and rarely went home- my mom would basically threaten me if I didn't come ho...
- I HATED the school I went away to. I came home, finished my degree online, and am thrilled with my experience. Granted I also started my family a little young, but I w...
- I know you've received a great number of good answers already, but I thought I would throw my 2 cents in as well, being the mom of a daughter who is a junior in colleg...
Un-motivated College Student
Asked by V.W. from Houston
on May 28, 2008
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I have a 19 year old son who is in his second year of college and he is not even trying, his GPA is .25, in high school is maintained an A average and is very intellig...
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- Did he have any time off from school after high school? I know this seems petty, but since he's in his 2nd year of college at 19, he may be feeling burnout. He's been ...
- I agree with Wanda, perhaps he may be suffering from depression. He does seem to have changed drastically. You should seek profesional medical help. Have you notice...
- Has he had any problems in his social life? It sounds like something drastic has happened for his to change so severely. You might have him go to a counselor/therapist...
Need Gift Idea for College Graduation
Asked by K.L. from Des Moines
on May 2, 2011
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My 'little' sister is graduating college this month and I have no idea what to get her! She's going to be a nurse and already has a great job lined up at a great hospi...
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- She is going to need massages, feet, shoulder, etc.. Consider getting her a really nice gift card close to home so she can get the massage and go home and take a nap.
- A very good friend of mine is graduating on Saturday--she's like a sister to me. I bought her a bracelet from Tiffany's today. I hope it's something she'll treasure ...
- If she is going to be a nurse, maybe get her a really good comfortable pair of shoes since she will be on her feet a lot, or some really good lotions in small pocket s...
Can You Recommend a Good Small Gift for Someone Starting College?
Asked by C.K. from Chicago
on August 20, 2007
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Hi Moms! My fantastic babysitter is starting college next week, and I would like to buy her a little gift. Do you have any suggestions of something that would be usef...
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- Here are a few ideas: Itty Bitty Book Light and a bookmark, along with a Borders or Barnes and Nobles gift certificate. Fill a basket with snacks like chips, coo...
- A "girl" tool set (hammer, screwdrivers, plyers, wrench) - they come in pink if you even want. But they are smaller than men's tool and very useful. My mom gives the...
- Hello -- I have a 22-yr old and a 19-yr old -- one college graduate and one college sophomore... Gift cards are the best -- a gasoline card is key if the person is ...
What Is Your Opinion of Teens Taking a "Gap Year" Between H.S and College?
Asked by S.Y. from Pittsburgh
on May 26, 2009
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My son is considering a "gap year". He would like to (possibly)get his own apartment with a roommate and save for college (I think living at home while working full ti...
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- My personal experience tells me that I should have taken the gap year. I ended up going right into college and by the time the 3rd semester rolled around, I dropped o...
- S., I scanned the responses but didn't see any mention of Americorps...sorry if this winds up being a repeat. I am in the strongest support of a PRODUCTIVE "gap ...
- Hi S., Although you have a lot of good advice, I felt I needed to respond as well. My son and I had this same conversation earlier this year. My son will also be ...
