Blue Jean Financial Presents
College Planning: Straight Talk for Parents
Find the Right Fit Without Breaking the Bank
Join us for a free, down-to-earth workshop designed for parents of high school students. See how rethinking the process can reveal schools and opportunities that often get overlooked. All the while, you’ll get strategies to avoid common mistakes, and help your student make wise college choices.
Tuesday, October 21 at 6:00pm at the Desmond in Albany
Is this Workshop right for you?
This workshop is designed for:
- Parents of high school students (freshman through senior year).
- Families who want to make smart, cost-effective college decisions.
- Anyone who wants to simplify a confusing process and avoid costly missteps.
What You’ll Learn
- How to compare colleges on both academics and affordability.
- Ways to reduce out-of-pocket costs and keep your student out of heavy debt.
- Why looking beyond “name brand” schools can save you thousands.
- The 3 biggest mistakes families make in college planning—and how to avoid them.
- How to approach financial aid and scholarships with confidence.
Why This Workshop Matters
- The process feels confusing and overwhelming.
- Colleges market directly to students, often shaping decisions with glossy brochures instead of real numbers.
- Too many families limit their search to nearby schools and miss out on better opportunities elsewhere.
- Most parents walk in with fingers crossed—hoping it will all work out.
- We’ll help you replace stress with a clear, step-by-step plan.
Seating is limited—don’t miss out!
Our goal is to make sure these events have genuine value for everyone who attends. For that reason, we’re limiting the number of attendees for each event. Reserve your seat now to make sure you get the material and insights you need to make good choices for your future.
Meet your host: Bill Bufkins
Bill has spent more than 30 years in higher education, financial aid, student loans, and college planning.
- Formerly at NYU and Fordham in financial aid.
- 12 years marketing student loans for JP Morgan Chase and Sallie Mae.
- 12+ years as a college planning advisor, helping families create personalized strategies.
Bill’s mission is simple: keep as much money in your pocket as possible, and help your student find the right academic and financial fit.
Reserve your seat
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Blue Jean Financial, LLC (“BJF”) is a registered investment advisor. Advisory services are only offered to clients or prospective clients where BJF and its representatives are properly licensed or exempt from licensure.