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Got $200,000 laying around?

It may not be enough.  Estimates are that the average 4-year, private college education could run $250,000 starting in just three years.  And if you have little ones who don't start for another 10 years, that number can skyrocket even more: $500,000.  Per child.  Yikes.

Start planning NOW by talking to one of our recommended financial planners.  They can help you put together a plan that makes sense for you and your budget, and keeps in mind all of the bumps you might face along the way.  Like your kid changing their mind from wanting to be a doctor to wanting to be a philosopher.

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