By Pennsylvania Treasurer Stacy Garrity October 8, 2024 Parents encourage their children’s interests from the time they’re small by enrolling them in school, running them to sports practices, signing them […]
James Diossa, General Treasurer, State of Rhode Island September 24, 2024 September is College Savings Month! With the cost of higher education rising at an unprecedented rate, it’s never too […]
Busting the biggest myths about 529s By Ashley Durham, senior writer, my529 September 17, 2024 This just in — If you have extra 529 funds, why not send your furry […]
By Jessica Wetzel, Wisconsin 529 College Savings Program, Department of Financial Institutions September 10, 2024 Being a grandparent is an exciting and fulfilling role. From babysitting and going on family […]
Devon Copeland, Senior Communications Associate, Invest529 September 3, 2024 Do you ever find yourself having a chat… with yourself? Well, I do! Especially when it comes to big life decisions—like […]
By Young Boozer, Alabama State Treasurer August 27, 2024 Next month is college savings month. When I talk to folks about saving for college, usually the first thing they ask […]
By Trisha Good, Executive Director, Ohio Tuition Trust Authority August 13, 2024 Does your child’s upcoming school supply list seem to go on and on? According to a 2024 Deloitte report, […]
By Eric Bennett, College Countdown Editor, ScholarShare 529 August 6, 2024 Preparing for college drop-off day can be overwhelming. So, here are a few practical matters to consider before your […]
By Rodger O’Connor, Associate Director, Marketing & Communications, Washington State’s College Savings Plans (WA529) July 30, 2024 Summer is a time for fun and relaxation—especially for kids. But just because […]
By Curtis Loftis State Treasurer of South Carolina July 23, 2024 Whether it’s a quiet lane, a winding trail, or a busy highway – the roads we travel are as […]
By Lael M. Oldmixon, M. Ed., Executive Director, Education Trust of Alaska July 16, 2024 As someone who appreciates the advantages of saving for education with a 529 plan and […]
By Jamie Dushin, Accounting Manager, Achieve Montana, Montana’s official 529 Education Savings Plan. July 9, 2024 At the end of last year, student loan debt in the U.S. totaled $1.74 […]