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The Critical Role of the College Advisor in Navigating Admissions
College Advisors have been helping for over a decade, as elite colleges have seen application volume surge while acceptance rates continue to plummet.
Valerie Pasion- College (Estate) Planning
Shellee and Valerie discuss the importance of estate planning and how it effects your family and children. About Valerie: Valerie Pasion is an attorney with the Asset Protection and Elder Law Center and specializes in Estate Planning. She currently lives in Orange...
Can we get free money for college?
College Finances We believe in taking away the overwhelm.Can we get free money for college?In this video, Shellee Howard answers the important question, “Can we get free money for college?” Many people ask me: How did your son get into Harvard, and graduate debt-free?...
Gwenyth Jackaway- Digital Wellness
Shellee and Gwenyth discuss: - Every time technology invents a new way of communicating, the experience of human communication changes. - A new app- carrotsandcake is a parental control app for kids 3-12 that allows parents to control the content their kids engage in....
College Admissions Essay- 5 Things to Consider Before Hitting Submit
Navigating the college admissions assistance landscape can be a complex and often overwhelming journey and often college application assistance is needed.
Starting Right Now Is The Best Move By Far
Starting early in college admissions with your student is a critical piece to their success! Waiting and procrastinating in the college admissions process can be devastating. Unfortunately, I know this firsthand: I get students and their parents who call up and say, “I think we’re too late”, or “I think we’ve made mistakes. Can they be fixed?” The longer you wait to prepare for college, the harder it’s going to be on your family.
Patti Handi- How to Teach Teens About Money Management
Shellee and Patti discuss: - Getting comfortable with your finances - The importance of teaching our kids how to manage their money - "Master Your Money Before it Masters You" - and a lot more! About Patti: "After spending a combined 20 years as a Financial Advisor...
FAFSA: Discover the 9 Changes and What it Means for College Admissions
Navigating the college admissions assistance landscape can be a complex and often overwhelming journey and often college application assistance is needed.
3 Strategies To Get Top Money For Your Student Athlete
The key to getting top money for athletic scholarships is understanding the rules your student needs to follow to sign up with the appropriate organizations. The NCAA is the keeper of all rules for scholar athletes. As an example…
Drew Boudreau- College Auditions
As an actor, Drew's credits include regional theatre across the country, Off-Broadway, national tours, cruise ships & more. He is a member of the professional union for actors, Actor's Equity Association. As a teacher, Drew loves helping students & their...
A Comprehensive Guide to College Application Assistance: College Ready
Navigating the college admissions assistance landscape can be a complex and often overwhelming journey and often college application assistance is needed.
Will a passion project get you into the best colleges?
College Applications We believe in taking away the overwhelm.Will a passion project get you into the best colleges?In this video, Shellee Howard answers the question, “Will a passion project get you into the best colleges?” A passion project CAN help you get into the...
Why College Ready is the Premier College Admissions Coaching Service
Navigating the path to college acceptance is filled with challenges and uncertainty but can be less stressful with a premier college admissions coaching service. You need experienced college consultants guiding you through each phase of the process. The advisors at...
These Two Critical Things Will Get You Way More Money
There are certain things that will affect how much money you get in college scholarships. The important thing to remember is everybody’s competing to get in. The other piece most people don’t understand is that there’s money to be had if you stand out. I often help families…
Phyllis Fagell- Helping Teens Find Their Way
Shellee and Phyllis discuss: - How to help your teens find who they are and what they're strengths are - The importance of allowing teens to explore different activities to find their strengths - Making sure your teens know they can talk to you and how to get the...
Make The Most Of Your Free Time: The Best Extracurricular Activities For College Applications
One question that gets asked of the consultants at College Ready quite often is: What are the best extracurricular activities to do to get into a good college?
Lisa Williams- How to Hold Onto Your Money
Lisa helps families build generational wealth. Shellee and Lisa discuss ways to hold onto more of your money.
Could Community College Be The Best Right Now Option For Your Student?
The key to getting top money for athletic scholarships is understanding the rules your student needs to follow to sign up with the appropriate organizations. The NCAA is the keeper of all rules for scholar athletes. As an example…
Expert College Essay Writing: Comprehensive Tips and Consultation
The College Essay: Your Personal Canvas The college essay is more than just words on paper; it's a canvas where students paint their aspirations, experiences, and personalities. In the competitive world of college admissions, a compelling essay can be the difference...
Crafting a Winning College Application: Expert Strategies and Guidance
The Power of Strategy: College Application Strategies. Every college has its unique culture, values, and priorities.
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