— -- Q: Aren't 529 college savings plans terrible for people investing for college, since they can go down when the stock market falls? A: Hopefully this statement isn't going to surprise anyone: ...

State 529 accounts let you invest money for educational purposes and the balance grows tax-free. Withdrawals are tax-free as well as long as they're used to pay for pre-school, high school or college.

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

Even though 529 plans offer tax advantages and are a popular choice for college savings, they’re not always the most flexible or comprehensive solution. Depending on a family's financial goals, time ...