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529 Essentials: 529s vs. IRAs

What are the key product feature differences between 529 plans and IRAs for college financial planning?

Editor's Letter

Tip Jar Thoughts of the Week on College Financial Planning

529 Essentials: State Tax Benefits

This week’s article focuses on the state tax advantages that 529s offer to 12.8 million families investing $258 billion in assets as of March 2016.

529 Essentials: Financial Aid Fundamentals

The value of higher education continues to rise based on current and projected wages, salaries, employment benefits, unemployement levels and job versatility.

529 Essentials: 529 Primer

A 529 Plan is a tax advantaged education savings plan operated by a state or educational institution designed to help families of all income levels set aside funds for future college costs.