Tips # 29-30: Think about how often you want to contribute to your account
September 30, 2013 Tip # 29: You can move savings from one plan to anotherIf you are moving or wish to switch to another state’s 529 plan, the account owner […]
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Tips # 27-28: When you save the interest is paid to you
September 29, 2013 Tip #27: Have complete security of your 529 accountSecurity is of the utmost importance when opening a college savings account. As an account owner you are in […]
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Tip # 26: Alter your spending habits a small amount each week
September 26, 2013 Alter your spending habits a small amount each week to help your college savings account grow. For instance, the average US family spends more than $200/month eating […]
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Tips # 24 & 25
September 25, 2013 Tip # 24: Increase the chances of attending collegeOpening a 529 account will increase your chances of attending college. According to research, students who have a college […]
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Tips # 21-23
September 24, 2013 Tip #21 Open an online 529 accountAlthough it may seem like an insurmountable task, opening an online account is quick and painless, taking up about ten minutes […]
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Tips # 18-20
September 23, 2013Tip # 18: Saving is a better option than student loansThe average student loan debt is more than $27,000. Though low-interest loans are often available for college financing, […]
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Tip # 17: Most 529 plans have low minimums
September 17, 2013If cost is a concern, it’s important to know that most plans have very low minimum monthly contribution limits making them attractive to families regardless of income level. […]
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Tip # 16: A financial advisor can help Days of College Savings
September 16, 2013 Hesitant to manage an account on your own? 529 plans are also offered through professional financial advisors who can help you choose a 529 plan and an […]
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Tip # 15: Use your 529 plan to cover qualified education expenses
September 15, 2013 The price of housing and food trumps tuition costs for students who attend two- and four-year public universities in their home states, according to a College Board […]
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Tip # 14: Utilize the College Cost Calculator30 Days of College Savings
September 14, 2013 With college costs rising every year, it is important to plan ahead. The College Cost Calculator is designed to help you estimate how much college may cost […]
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Tip #13: Find the plan that best fits your needs
September 13, 2013 When choosing a 529 plan, compare all available plans. Many states offer their plans to non-residents. If your state plan does not offer the features you are […]
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Tip #12: Check out www.CollegeSavings.org
September 12, 2013Spend a little bit of time with the many excellent 529 resources available on the CSPN website for free. They will help make taking the first step simple and […]