529 College Savings Plans
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529 Plan Tips for Grandparents
Before grandparents open a 529 plan for their grandchild, consider the financial aid and tax implications.
Using 529 Plans During COVID-19
Families will be penalized for withdrawing from a 529 plan to pay for nonqualified expenses during the pandemic.
529s: When a Child Skips College
Expanded 529 plan qualified expenses give families more flexibility when a child doesn’t go to college.
Use 529 Plan Funds to Pay Student Loans
A new law allows borrowers to use 529 college savings plans to pay off student loan debt.
5 Questions About Spending 529 Funds
Learn how to navigate 529 plan qualified expenses like laptops and off-campus housing.
Choose a 529 Plan on Your Own
These tax-advantaged college savings plans are a low-effort way for families to put aside money.
Savings Bonds May Have College Benefits
Savings bonds offer a lower rate of return than other college savings options, but are very safe.
5 College Savings Resolutions for 2017
If you already have a 529 plan account, try bumping up monthly contributions.
4 Types of College Savings Presents
U.S. savings bonds are an old standby, but there are other ways to help out with college savings.
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