There are very few things that get me more excited than finding a resource that can help families save money on college. After years of helping parents navigate the college admissions process, I know one thing is true: paying for college is one of the biggest sources of stress for families.

Whether you’ve been saving since your child was born or you’re wondering how you’ll make college affordable, every scholarship dollar matters. Every scholarship your student earns is one less dollar you’ll have to borrow, pay out of pocket, or worry about later.

That’s why I was so impressed with Monica Matthews’ How to Win College Scholarships: A Guide for Parents in 10 Easy Steps.

What I love most about Monica is that she’s one of us: a parent who walked this road herself. She wasn’t a financial aid expert or scholarship consultant when she started. She was simply a mom with a college-bound son and a determination to find a way to make his education affordable without taking on overwhelming debt.

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