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Going to College? How to Navigate the Financial Planning
College decisions this year seem even more complex than usual, including determining whether a school is a 'financial fit.' Here's how to find your way.
By Chris Ebeling Published
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529 Plan Contribution Limits for 2025
Each state sets 529 plan contribution limits, which range from $235,000 to $575,000.
By Kathryn Pomroy Last updated
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Graduating From College? Six Smart Financial Steps to Start Taking Now
Getting a head start on your finances can ensure you start adulthood on the best foot possible.
By Kiplinger Advisor Collective Published
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Use the 529 Grandparent Loophole To Maximize College Savings
Use the 529 grandparent loophole to fund a grandchild’s education without impacting their financial aid eligibility.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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Free (or Cheap) College for Seniors and Retirees in All 50 States
retirement Whether it's to complete a degree, gain new knowledge or just for fun, seniors and retirees can go or get back to school "on the cheap."
By Bob Niedt Last updated
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529 Plans: Everything You Need to Know About Saving for College
529 Plans 529 plans offer convenience and potential tax savings when putting money aside for education. That said, there are still a range of rules you’ll need to know (and follow).
By Elaine Silvestrini Last updated
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Grandparents: How Do You Handle Gifts for the Grandkids?
Can you give generously to grandkids without spoiling them or resorting to digital gifts? Here's how one grandmother and her friends have done it.
By Janet Bodnar Published
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How New 529 Plan Rules Can Help with Retirement Planning
Sponsored Starting in 2024, 529 plan owners now have the option to use excess 529 plan funds to jumpstart the retirement savings of their beneficiaries.
By Ameriprise Financial Published
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Why You Should Check Your College's Financial Health
Colleges throughout the country are struggling financially as enrollment shrinks and expenses rise, making it important to check the financial health of the college your or your child is attending.
By Kimberly Lankford Published