Why Forcing Your Kids To Go To College Is Stupid, Starting A Launching Fund & Alternatives To Student Loan Debt

 
 

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In this solo episode, Sami deconstructs the harmful narrative of college being the one and only choice after high school and how she is using launching funds as an alternative in her own family. 

While statistically college increases income and earning potential over a lifetime, we must consider if this is the right path for our children and the high-stake resources needed to earn a high education degree.

If you’ve ever felt conflicted about saving for your kids' future, this episode is for you.

In this episode, Sami chats about:

  • Statistics on student loan debt + earning potential of high school graduates vs. those holding Bachelors Degrees

  • Alternatives to student loan debt and post high school education including trade schools, scholarships, etc.

  • Case study: Sami’s college story in comparison to her husband’s career 

  • The power of a launching fund instead of a traditional college savings fund and what a launching fund is 

  • 529 plans, UTMA, UGMA, traditional brokerage accounts to save for college + more

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She began this journey with her high school sweetheart, Daniel, and a debt price tag of $490,000. They both took control of their family’s finances by downsizing, budgeting, and changing habits. From this experience, A Sunny Side Up Life was born.

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