With the cost of college in the stratosphere, think twice about these campus money wasters.

Students have plenty of more-affordable options than the campus bookstore -- and new and used.

These cards offer reasonable rates, generous rewards and no annual fee. Plus, each sends text and e-mail alerts to remind students to pay on time.

Find out whether your homeowner's policy will cover your child's stuff at school and whether your car insurance rates will be affected.

Here's how to avoid overspending on clothes, electronics and school supplies for your kids.

Follow these six steps to keep borrowing for college under control.

Consider rewards other than cash compensation to encourage your children to do well in school.

Shave thousands of dollars off the tuition bill with these strategies.

The expense may be eligible for the dependent-care tax credit or reimbursement from a dependent-care flexible spending account.

Kids shouldn't have a cell phone until they're old enough to help pay part of the bill.

Here's how to set up a custodial account or 529 college-savings plan for a niece, nephew or other relative.