When planning for future education expenses, many families turn to 529 plans for their tax advantages and flexibility. However, it’s essential to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of a 529 plan ...

All 529 plan investors receive some tax benefits for education savings, making these accounts generally preferable to taxable ...

A 529 plan can be a valuable tool in estate planning, particularly for families who want to minimize taxes while saving for education. Contributing to a 529 plan can allow you to remove funds from ...

The 2025 federal tax law risks making 529 plans more costly for states by increasing tax avoidance and allowing wealthy ...

A 529 plan gives consumers a tax-advantaged way to pay for education, and that’s a boon for parents and other family members who want to save for a child’s schooling. A 529 plan offers several other ...

In the landscape of higher education, the question on many parents' and students' minds remains—is the cost of college worth it? With tuition fees soaring and the financial burden on families ...

More than half of Americans say they don’t know what 529 plans are, according to a new study by Edward Jones and Morning Consult, highlighting persistent gaps in public knowledge around ...

LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WAVE) - It’s never too early to start saving & planning for your college education. One of the best ways parents, families, and even students can pay for their higher education is ...

Morningstar analysis reveals top five picks as assets in education savings plans cross a key $500-billion milestone.

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