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Source: US Federal Reserve, Q4 2021.
If you’re a typical parent with college-bound students, you’re likely overwhelmed by the college process, and blown away by the price tag.
College is now the second most expensive purchase most parents will make in their lifetimes after a home. The college process has become more complex and time consuming, and a small mistake can cost thousands of dollars.
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Meet Michael Korch, a dedicated father of three college students and a financial coach with the expertise you need to make college affordable.
After surviving an MBA, five startups, and three decades in enterprise software marketing, Michael shifted his expertise toward financial coaching. Drawing on formal financial planning training and work experience, he launched College Funding Counselor, which helps families navigate the complex and confusing world of college funding.
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