Move-out week sneaks up fast. If you are not there in person, it can feel a little out of control. I have learned this: you do not need to be on campus to help your college kid have a smooth college dorm move out. You just need a simple plan and these College Dorm...
College shopping can feel overwhelming, especially when all the costs hit at once. After sending two daughters to college and doing move-in day six times, I’ve learned that the smartest way to prepare is starting early with the first five college essentials parents...
If you’re parenting a high school senior or supporting a college student, you already feel how fast the cost of college adds up. Between tuition, books, dorm room setups, college apartments, food plans, and all the extras, it never stops. I’m a college mom who helps...
When both of my kids moved into college dorms, I quickly learned what items actually got used and what ended up shoved in a corner. Dorm rooms are tight, shared spaces with barely enough room to turn around, so every item that makes the cut has to be functional,...
When it comes to gift ideas for graduates, there are two routes you can take. You can gift them personal, sentimental gifts or practical they will use the next four years in college. For a high school guy heading to college, gifts that mix fun, practicality, and a...
College Drop-off day will be here before you know it. There are some early college prep tips you can do in the summer as parents to help your college bound student prepare for the big day. Check transcripts. Make sure the college has received all information from the...