Paying for Your Kid to Go to College
College is getting more expensive every year, but in many career fields your child might choose, a four-year degree is essential. In years past, society expected you as a parent to contribute to higher education costs or cover ...
Tips for Saving Money on Textbooks
When you head off to college, you expect to make new friends and have new experiences. Unfortunately, not all new experiences are fun — like paying $300 for a book on biology. Worse yet, with a full load of courses, textbook ...
When Technical College is the Right Choice
After graduating from high school, going to a four-year college seems like an automatic choice for a lot of people. That’s not surprising: According to the National Center for Educational Statistics, higher educational attainment ...
Ways to Save On Your Auto Insurance
Owning a car is an expensive privilege that can easily get more costly when you’re faced with fluctuating gas prices and unexpected repairs. That’s why you must be diligent about finding ways to save money in your automotive ...
Financial Tips for Going Back to School
If you’re considering going back to college to boost your credentials, you’re probably on the lookout for money-saving strategies. Here are five dollar-stretching tips to keep you at the top of your class.
Fill out FAFSA
If ...
The Right Way to Take Out College Loans
College loans seem like a boon for students seeking higher education, but all too often, they can become a burden. According to the nonprofit group American Student Assistance, 56 percent of young adults suffer from near-constant ...
Is an MBA Worth It?
If you’re lucky enough to be in a management position at your company, you might be thinking of giving yourself a step up in the business world by getting your Master of Business Administration graduate degree. Like any level ...
Thank You Colonial Customers – 2021
As we bid farewell to 2021 and welcome in a new year, we want to extend a sincere thank you to all of our amazing customers and community partners. While some of the restrictions due to COVID-19 have relaxed throughout the year, ...
Colonial Partners with Two Dallas-Fort Worth Area Organizations
Colonial has partnered with Trinity Habitat for Humanity to provide funding and home buyer education to assist low-to-moderate income families in Fort Worth. Colonial has pledged up to $2 million in working capital to allow Trinity ...
The Pros and Cons of Private Schools
One of the best ways you can ensure the success of your child today and in the future is to make their education as enriching as possible. Private schools are a reliable gateway toward higher education and a successful career, ...
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