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Moms Talk: Saving for College

Financial experts say the average cost of college is expected to exceed $200,000 for children born this year, what is your strategy?

The rising costs of college tuition is in the media just about daily and the figures vary widely for the cost of sending children who are young now to school when they reach the age.Β 

Some say close to $150,000 while others say it'll easily exceed $200,000 to $300,000 for children born this year.Β 

This week's discussion with our Moms' Council is about saving for college: What is your strategy for saving for your child's college tuition? Why?Β 

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Our 13-member council will discuss this topic and as always, parents are encouraged to chime in with your own thoughts, opinions or answers in the comment box below.Β 

Have a topic you'd like to see discussed here? Email Sara.Martin@patch.com.

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