A 529 college savings plan can be a powerful savings tool for future education expenses, as investments in the plan increase tax-free. While state tax benefits should be the first consideration for ...

MARGARET GILES of Morningstar 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 ...

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Some state plans give cash incentives in May to spur contributions. By Ann Carrns If you’re considering opening a 529 college savings account for your child, this may be the time to do it: Some state ...

— -- 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: ...

Generations of parents have opened 529 plans to save for their children’s educations. Now some are reconsidering the value of college and looking into other options. By Kailyn Rhone Before starting a ...