The savings plans can be transferred to different family members or used for a different purpose.

Read this introduction to the Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan, including features, benefits, and comparisons with other plans.

Opening a 529 plan to save for your child’s college expenses can be a great way to build savings while reaping tax benefits. Some of the benefits of a 529 plan include tax free growth and tax free ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about investing, retirement, & workplace savings plans. When most people hear “529 plan,” they immediately think of ...

Morningstar rated the nation's 529 college savings plans. Ratings for the 64 of the nation's largest 529 college savings plans were released by Morningstar and show some downsides exist for families ...

A 529 college savings plan can be a powerful tool when saving for future education expenses because investments in the plan can increase tax-free, but many savers don’t take full advantage of all the ...

Monday the S&P 500 closed down 8.62% from its Feb 19 th high. For many parents, it’s a reminder that 529 savings plans are investment vehicles. If your 529 plan is the cornerstone of your education ...

Families concerned about paying for college and tackling postgraduation student debt may have more options than they realize. The rules governing how 529 college savings plans can be used ...

529 education savings plans are powerful tools to help pay for the mounting costs of an education. Yet some people hesitate to use them. One common concern is oversaving. You can only use 529 funds ...

When college is covered, how should you invest $25,000 for a newborn? Explore custodial accounts, Roth IRAs, and flexible strategies with expert guidance.

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