7 Questions to Answer Before Selecting Your 529 Plan
529 college savings plans remain a common and convenient way to save for college. More than 11 million families nationwide have invested almost $260 billion in 529 plans. Are you […]
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529 Resources
529 RESOURCES Why Save for College? What is a 529 Plan? Common 529 Questions 529 Plan Advantages College Cost Calculator Compare 529s by Feature Compare 529s by State […]
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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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Media Resources
Media Contacts: If you are a representative from the media, and you wish to speak with someone about CSPN or Section 529 plans, Catherine Seat, Communications Director for the National […]
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Did you Know #21
More than 12 million 529 accounts are open nationally.
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Did You Know #20
More than $247 billion is invested in 529 plans across the country.
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Did You Know #19
Prepaid plans are currently offered by 12 states and 1 not-for-profit organization.
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Did You Know #18
In most states, you can contribute as much as $300,000 or more per beneficiary.
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Did you Know #17
Minimum contributions can be as little as $10.
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Did You know #16
Among women, median earnings of four-year college graduates were 37 percent higher than median earnings of high school graduates in 1975. The gap grew to 47 percent in 1985, and […]