Three Reasons to Save for College
By Joseph Russo September 8, 2015 If you read anything about paying for college these days, you may have seen a column or two in which the author lamented that […]
2015
Yearly Archives
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Ten Ways my Family Saved More Than $57,000 for our 529 College Savings Fund
By David Lawhorn Plan Administrator, Kentucky Education Savings Plan Trust August 31, 2015 For many years, one of my key job responsibilities has been to share information with families across […]
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On the Road to Higher Ed: First Time College Students Begin their Journeys
By Patricia Roberts Managing Director, AllianceBernstein L.P. and Chair, College Savings Plans Network Corporate Affiliates August 24, 2015 Forward movement by others can inspire us in countless ways to get […]
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Training for the college savings marathon
By Lael Oldmixon Executive Director, UA College Savings Plan and Scholars Program August 17, 2015 I am parent of two young children, a higher education professional, and the director of […]
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CSPN HOSTS ABLE FORUM
By Mary Anne Busse Managing Director, Great Disclosure LLC August 13, 2015 Last week, representatives from 35 states, the District of Columbia and 19 private sector firms gathered in Chicago […]
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Slugs, Rainbows, and Mud Pies
By Betsy Hagen Associate Director for GET Operations August 10, 2015 “Hey Nana, I want to be an engineer when I grow up!” said one of my grandchildren. “I am […]
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“Back to School” time already?
Sheila Salehian Senior Deputy Treasurer, State of Nevada August 3, 2015 As summer winds down and we are all bombarded with ‘back to school’ information, I am reminded, once again, […]
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Writing tuition checks? Check your asset mix, too
By: Daniel D. Reyes, CFA Principal, Vanguard’s Education Savings Group July 27, 2015 I’m in the earliest stage of college investing, saving for my son, who’s about to turn 2. […]
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30 Tips for 30 Days of College Savings
Tip #1
September 1, 2013
529 savings and prepaid tuition plans can be used at virtually any accredited college or university in the U.S. and even at some foreign schools. They can also be used at eligible trade and technical schools.
Tip #2: Be Prepared – The Cost of an Education is Rising
September 2, 2013
The average cost for tuition and fees at four-year public institutions has increased nearly 51% over the last 10 years. Saving for college with a 529 plan can help with the increasing cost and help you be financially prepared when your children are ready for college.
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DON’T LET THE HEADLINES SCARE YOU
By Mary Anne Busse Managing Director, Great Disclosure LLC July 20, 2015 When I went to college, there was no such thing as a College Cost Calculator. We just knew […]