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Originally Posted by lookout123
3) although i do work with college funds i advise parents funding the entire education because i believe there is value in making the kids work for it. even for my wealthiest clients i advise that they make their kids figure out how to pay for college on their own, and then if they are so inclined step in after graduation to pay the bills off if they want. that is just me, though. i don't believe a college education is a right just because mom and dad know how to save.
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There is a lot of wisdom there. We all know folks who were in college for no other reason than postponing adulthood. There is a balance to make though if the kid is taking challeging enough coursework that work is right out outside of summer vacation.