The tax-advantaged options to help pay for education are vast…and a bit confusing. A great place to start is understanding one of the most popular – the 529 college savings plan.

A financial advisor can help families save for education using 529 plans and align education planning with their broader financial goals. A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged account, where money grows and ...

May 29 is nationally recognized at 529 College Savings Day, a day (mostly celebrated by a niche group of higher education experts and personal finance enthusiasts) to draw attention to the ...

Even though they've been around for decades, 529 college savings plans are still often misunderstood. The investment vehicles are a tax-advantaged way to save for college or other schooling. Earnings ...

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 ...

Planning for your child’s education can feel overwhelming, but a 529 education savings plan offers a powerful way to build a financial foundation for their educational future. One in 4 parents ...

A new Morningstar assessment of 529 college savings plans has spotlighted five state-sponsored programs for their exceptional stewardship and investment quality, while industry assets continue to ...

A University of Chicago study reveals that many U.S. parents underestimate the value of 529 college savings plans, even when financially able to contribute significantly. Researchers found behavioral ...

Case Western Reserve University employees now can use direct deposit to make contributions to a new or existing CollegeAdvantage 529 savings plan. To do so, visit collegeadvantage.com to create an ...

Seattle Promise students face an April 30, 2026, deadline to submit FAFSA or WASFA applications to keep their scholarships, coinciding with broader federal rules for 529 college savings plans. New ...

Even though they've been around for decades, 529 college savings plans are still often misunderstood. Stream Connecticut News for free, 24/7, wherever you are. The investment vehicles are a ...