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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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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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Best 529 Plans of 2025
Check out the best 529 plans of 2025 and find the best plan for your child or grandchild’s college savings.
By Erin Bendig Last updated
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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
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The Best Ways to Use Your Year-End Bonus (and the Worst)
'National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation' shouldn't be anyone's go-to for financial advice, but it does remind us how not to spend a holiday bonus.
By Frank J. Legan Published
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529 to Roth IRA: Should You Rollover Unused Funds Before Year-End?
Thanks to the SECURE 2.0 Act, you can roll over funds from your 529 into a Roth IRA, as long as certain conditions are met.
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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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