"This time last year my husband and I were beginning to panic, realizing that in less than a year our daughter would be headed off to college. Our panic increased when she applied for early decision to Meredith College and was accepted in October. We had no idea how we were going to pay for college, must less a private college.
In December I attended a seminar that Tate Felts conducted and was greatly impressed with his ideas and begin to believe that our daughter’s dream could become a reality. My husband and I then met with Tate and he showed us
ways we could pay for Millie’s education, as well as continue with our current lifestyle.
Tate "held our hands" through the whole process, filling out the dreaded federal forms for us and even making suggestion that would help us with our taxes last year as well as the coming years.
I would not hesitate to hire Tate again, I believe he has been worth every penny and certainly kept us from making some and costly decisions if we had done the process by ourselves. We have recommended Tate and College Planning Experts to all of our friends with children reaching the college planning age.
Thanks Tate for all of your help."
--Joe & Rae
(Daughter now attending Meredith University)
"I would recommend College Planning Experts, LLC to any parents who have rising Juniors or Seniors. Tate Felts has become a part of our family. I am so glad that I took advantage of one of the many free college planning workshops that his company offers. Tate provided valuable information about how painless and affordable college can be without having to go in debt or interrupting our familiy's financial lifestyle. Using College Planning Experts is a positive asset toward insuring your son or daughter's future."
~Charlene and Allen
Chesapeake, VA
"The interview session Tate gave provided me with an edge over the other students because I learned what to expect in an actual college interview and how to conquer obstacles I may encounter. I was able to get rid of the " 1st interview jitters " by having the session interview as practice. It gave me the ability to go into my first actual college interview with confidence. I highly recommend that all of Tate's students experience a session interview because Tate's feedback provides helpful advice on how you can achieve a successful college interview."
-Crystal, student
Chesapeake, VA
"Our story is short and sweet! My husband and I had no clue on where to begin with college for our son. When I met with Mr. Felts, he offered the road that I felt we needed to travel. I learned more from him in one meeting that I learned in the past 2 years! Once we decided to work with Mr. Felts, a huge weight was lifted off my shoulders and it was smooth sailing from there. We received constant contact throughout the entire process that kept us on track with deadlines and of course the FAFSA filing. They made the many steps that are involved around college planning almost stress free, (if that is possible!) Trevor received over $100,000 in scholarship offers from one school! We had no idea this was even possible. When all was done, our son received the "Award Letter" he had been waiting for....N.C. State, his freshman year would cost us $60 a year!!!! It could not have come at a better time. We were so thankful. We knew he really wanted to go this route but we had no clue if we could afford to send him. I guess what I am saying is THANK YOU to Mr. Felts and his staff. They helped us do what we needed to do for our son to go to the college of his dreams! He was accepted into the College of Engineering. His goal is to become an architect. Thank you so much Tate for making this a reality for us."
~Richard and Kim Fulcher
"Tate Felts and his entire staff have done an outstanding job for my family over the past year. I have one child who is entering an out-of-state school as a freshman and another child who is entering her junior year at an out-of-state school. I had never applied for financial aid because of our income level quite frankly. I could not imagine receiving any financial help. With the help of Tate's expertise, we received over $16,000/year in grant money for our two students. We would have never even applied if it had not been for Tate's genuine interest in helping our family. I would recommend Tate's professional services to anyone which college-bound children. College planning can be a challenging task to take on. CPE minimized the stress that commonly associates this process, saved us much time with all the forms and best of all saved us major money we would have otherwise handed over to the colleges. Thanks you, thank you, thank you Tate!"
~Patsy Marks
(Daughter is attending Appalachian State University and son is attending East Carolina University in the fall)
Here’s what parents are saying about our workshops:
"Great info on the FAFSA and FAP, I wish the class was longer!!" Susan, Va. Beach
"Good , concise, and practical info, thank you!" James, Va. Beach
“I'm so glad I decided to come today, and not wait until my child was a senior to start planning for this!” Beth, Chesapeake
“I learned there are options beyond what the government tells you.”
Debby, Chesapeake
“Presenter was very knowledgeable and interesting. He made a stressful topic seem not so stressful.” Robert, Chesapeake
“A wealth of information to think about…time well spent!”
Nance, Nags Head
“Very informative…I wish we had this last year!” Barb, Chesapeake
“Very upfront and honest information.” Estella, Chesapeake
“This presentation was very well-organized and professional. Information on availability of aid is amazing!” Jacobs, Chesapeake
“I now know that I have a better chance to afford college.” Dan, Chesapeake
“I learned things I had never heard about money available for college.” Tammy, Franklin
“Good info – helped to alleviate some fears.” Joy, Chesapeake
“It presented college in its true light; there was no sales pitch. Loved the case studies.” Michelle, Virginia Beach
“Very infomative! Let parents know about things colleges don't let you know.” Becky, Va Beach
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