A Written Plan Can Help You and Your Children Achieve Their Education Savings Goals

May 27, 2019 | "Saving for Education"

If the news about the rising cost of tuition and student debt are keeping you awake at night, you are not alone. Stories about young people graduating from university with mortgage-sized debt loads seem to be everywhere lately. But experts agree, that no matter our income level, parents can help their children meet their education goals by creating and sticking to a written plan.

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Knowledge First Financial Customers Appear to be on the Right Track When it Comes to Paying Themselves First

May 21, 2019 | "Saving for Education"

We’ve all heard the adage that when it comes to building long-term wealth, we should always pay ourselves first. But that is often easier said than done. According to our recent Knowledge First Financial Budgeting Survey, only 29% of respondents say they pay themselves first every month. Another 23% tell us they pay themselves first only occasionally, while fully 48% of our respondents say they never do.

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How You Can Help Your Child Achieve the Best Post-Secondary Education Experience Possible

Apr 10, 2019 | "Education Trends"

Heading to university or college is a rite of passage for thousands of young Canadians every year. While choosing the best program is top of mind for many high school students and their parents, it’s never to soon to exploring what higher education programs across the country have to offer. By researching post-secondary programs, you can help ensure that your child is well prepared when the time comes to apply for university or college.

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Headed to Grad School This Fall? Apply for a Knowledge First Financial Graduate Scholarship Award

Mar 22, 2019 | "Saving for Education"

We are pleased to offer 10 Knowledge First Financial Graduate Scholarships for first year students worth $120,000. Application deadline is May 27th, 2019.

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Is Financial Security Part of Your Wellness Strategy?

Mar 15, 2019 | "Saving for Education"

Financial stress affects almost half of working Canadians and cuts across all income levels. Planning for the future can play an important role in our overall sense of well-being.

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