Saving For College

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Four Reasons to Open a 529 Plan Now

May 29th is National 529 College Savings Day. A 529 Plan is a state-sponsored college savings plan that can be used to sock away higher-education money on a tax-free basis. Unfortunately, far too few Americans have 529 plans, perhaps because parents sometimes feeling overwhelmed by the ever-growing price tag of a higher education.

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Should I Use My 401(k) Money To Pay My Child’s College Tuition?

Q:  To finish college, our son will need an additional $20,000 for his final two years. We are thinking of using some of our 401(k) money. My husband will be almost 60 by then, so no penalty. With our social security plus my husband’s pension, our income will be close to his present working income.

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Should I Use My 401K to Pay for My College Tuition – Pros and Cons

You may have considered tapping in to your retirement fund if you were short on cash and needed access to funds after an emergency, or if you are going back to school and need funds to pay for your college tuition. It’s usually not a good idea to withdraw money from a 401k because the

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529 Plan: Smart College Savings & How It Works

The 529 College Savings Plan Explained

A 529 Plan is a tax-advantaged savings vehicle created to help families save for education costs ranging from K–12 to graduate school. This article explains how a 529 Plan works, who benefits, common pitfalls, and actionable steps to pick and use one effectively. You’ll learn the core rules, state differences, what to avoid, and the

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