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The Prior-Prior Year Rule: The Financial Aid Strategy Most Families Don’t Know - College Aid Pro

The Prior-Prior Year Rule: The Financial Aid Strategy Most Families Don’t Know https://collegeaidpro.com/prior-prior-year-financial-aid-base-income-year/?utm_campaign=10663218-Advisors%20Weekly%20Re-CAP&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_VcKFd_InRKNfpI03rxN_wtjwzGaUsRA_8oHXZa3B5g6kmbm2b0IkXzSCSwINyeZiqgV3NVa5Rz01_yaXSXKYNpf3AaFiMz4cKhzYqu03imeOnm0g&_hsmi=407489027&utm_content=407489027&utm_source=hs_email If you wish to schedule an appointment with Bill Leach, please call 908-840-4527.

Learn how the prior-prior year rule and base income year affect financial aid and what parents of high school students can do now to reduce college costs.

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Top 40 Private Scholarship Opportunities for March, 2026

The link below lists the latest available college scholarship opportunities that may help you reduce the cost of your college education. The scholarships are only applicable to high school students. Top 40 Private Scholarship Opportunities for March 10th – 23rd, 2026 https://collegeaidpro.com/top-40-private-scholarship-opportunities-for-march-10th-23rd-2026/?utm_campaign=10663218-Advisors%20Weekly%20Re-CAP&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--e4VvRnbvgwCfc2ELvy3jJ6JzJBWg70eKJyHpzR9RiZpEQuO3S5yDgaseGDbrjXuDqvc3A6cM_BPepaDkU7ppGTE4mmxzyhaKlv-8sKXJicLFZOv4&_hsmi=407489027&utm_content=407489027&utm_source=hs_email If you wish to schedule an appointment with Bill Leach, please call 908-840-4527.

Check out our top 40 Private Scholarship list with due dates available from March 10th - 23rd, 2026!

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When you’re juggling big priorities—saving for a home, paying down debt or supporting a growing family—investing is easy to push to the bottom of the list. But here’s why it deserves your attention. 👇 Even small, steady contributions can grow meaningfully over time thanks to compound growth. The earlier you begin and the more consistent you are, the greater your long-term potential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aS7iRG

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When you’re juggling big priorities—saving for a home, paying down debt or supporting a growing family—investing is easy to push to the bottom of the list. But here’s why it deserves your attention. 👇 Even small, steady contributions can grow meaningfully over time thanks to compound growth. The earlier you begin and the more consistent you are, the greater your long-term potential. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aS7iRG

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Many people approaching retirement feel unprepared or unsure whether their investments are positioned appropriately for this stage of life. ➡️ Before refining your strategy, it helps to revisit three core factors: your goals, your time horizon and your risk tolerance. Together, they can reveal whether your current allocation still supports what you need in the years ahead. If you’re wondering whether you’re on track, let’s talk. We can review your investing strategy together and build a financial plan that supports you now—and throughout retirement. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Many people approaching retirement feel unprepared or unsure whether their investments are positioned appropriately for this stage of life. ➡️ Before refining your strategy, it helps to revisit three core factors: your goals, your time horizon and your risk tolerance. Together, they can reveal whether your current allocation still supports what you need in the years ahead. If you’re wondering whether you’re on track, let’s talk. We can review your investing strategy together and build a financial plan that supports you now—and throughout retirement. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Top College Financial Aid Questions Parents Are Asking in 2026 (SAI, Loans, Waitlists & More) - College Aid Pro

Top College Financial Aid Questions Parents Are Asking in 2026 (SAI, Loans, Waitlists & More) https://collegeaidpro.com/top-college-financial-aid-questions-parents-are-asking-in-2026-sai-loans-waitlists-more/?utm_campaign=10663218-Advisors%20Weekly%20Re-CAP&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-__Fu4MGIRI0ZA26UQIH_-yjDxw5EW2e00tJTjyKnTVcacBRKRWqCiR09sD0nYEDKt3YATNasMgZuoD5XuS3pJxZ-PNzY_W4pj21AVdg7rIKFoWfkg&_hsmi=406200713&utm_content=406200713&utm_source=hs_email If you wish to schedule an appointment with Bill Leach, please call 908-840-4527.

Get clear answers on the top college financial aid questions (SAI, student loans, waitlists, deposits, and why aid offers are delayed).

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Top 45 Private Scholarship Opportunities for March, 2026

The link below lists the latest available college scholarship opportunities that may help you reduce the cost of your college education. The scholarships are only applicable to high school students. Top 45 Private Scholarship Opportunities for March 3rd – 17th, 2026 https://collegeaidpro.com/top-45-private-scholarship-opportunities-for-march-3rd-17th-2026/?utm_campaign=10663218-Advisors%20Weekly%20Re-CAP&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--O0DO_Tro9h--S3jnjXOctKoIS52cDtD6OGZ2PfpdkW3LGgThgQ5xO80U_cBQyTwhYhxoyutLO2xUdC5xY1FT1dB9MXF8j-UnxF7RUMj243QS-h9I&_hsmi=406200713&utm_content=406200713&utm_source=hs_email If you wish to schedule an appointment with Bill Leach, please call 908-840-4527.

Check out our top 45 Private Scholarship list with due dates available from March 3rd - 17th, 2026!

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Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: College Planning Strategies. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.

College Planning Strategies Tuesday, March 3 at 1:00 & 7:00 PM Calling all college-bound students and families! Join us for a comprehensive College Planning Strategies online workshop. You will learn the three steps of college planning. Plus: tips and tricks to help lower college costs. This webinar is hosted by the Thrivent Member Network - Northeast Region. All members, friends, and family are welcome. Each attendee must register to receive the tune-in link. Disclosure: No products will be sold. 27878-17 R12-20 Registration Link: https://thrivent.zoom.us/webinar/register/9817691140718/WN_pmWkkb4fRFSdKmeav-vbqQ

Calling all college-bound students and families! Join us for a comprehensive College Planning Strategies online workshop. You will learn the three steps of...

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Did you know life insurance can do more than just provide a death benefit? It also can help you build wealth during your lifetime and help your family build generational wealth after you pass away. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3zAzMyO

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Did you know life insurance can do more than just provide a death benefit? It also can help you build wealth during your lifetime and help your family build generational wealth after you pass away. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3zAzMyO

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You’ll want to understand the difference between grants, work-study and loans. Same goes for how funds are disbursed and what must be accepted or declined. As a rule of thumb, accept only what you need. Let me know if you'd like a quick explanation before responding. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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You’ll want to understand the difference between grants, work-study and loans. Same goes for how funds are disbursed and what must be accepted or declined. As a rule of thumb, accept only what you need. Let me know if you'd like a quick explanation before responding. See thrivent.com/social for important disclosures.

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Explore a career built on meaningful work with unlimited potential. As a Thrivent financial advisor, you can choose the path that fits you best—whether that's starting as a virtual financial advisor, joining a team or leading a practice. Start your journey here 👉 thriventcareers.com/4a5fr2T

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Explore a career built on meaningful work with unlimited potential. As a Thrivent financial advisor, you can choose the path that fits you best—whether that's starting as a virtual financial advisor, joining a team or leading a practice. Start your journey here 👉 thriventcareers.com/4a5fr2T

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