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A Secure Future Without Student Debt

Dec 14, 2024

 

 

When "Everyone’s Doing It" Isn’t the Best Financial Advice

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College may seem like the default after high school, but it’s worth asking: Is it the best financial move? According to the Federal Reserve, the average college graduate carries over $37,000 in student loan debt. Compare that to skilled trade training, where costs are often less than $10,000—and in many cases, students earn while they learn.

Skilled trades provide a faster, more affordable path to financial independence, with opportunities for a secure and prosperous future.


Trade Success Stories: Real People, Real Stability

Meet Carlos, a welder from Houston. By age 22, Carlos had completed a certification program, earned $70,000 a year, and had no student debt weighing him down. Today, he owns a small welding business and enjoys financial freedom and job satisfaction.

 

Then there’s Lisa, an HVAC technician in Atlanta. After just two years of training, she landed a steady job with benefits and plenty of opportunities for overtime. While some of her high school classmates are still paying off loans, Lisa is saving for a house.


Demand Drives Stability

If you’re worried about job security, consider this: skilled trades are in high demand. A survey by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce found that 85% of contractors struggle to find skilled workers.

With infrastructure projects booming and an aging workforce retiring, trade professionals are more valuable than ever.

Fields like HVAC, welding, and electrical work offer jobs and stable, well-paying careers that can withstand economic downturns.


Crunching the Numbers: The Cost-Benefit Analysis

To help you weigh the options, we’ve created a Trades VS. College Calculator. This tool allows you to compare the financial impact of a college education versus trade training. It factors in costs, time to complete, and potential earnings.

 

 Get the FREE Trades vs College Calculator

 

Let’s Hear from You!

What are your biggest concerns about choosing a skilled trade over college? Share your thoughts or questions in the comments below—your input might just help another family make their decision.

 

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