Fatherhood is About Being Future-Minded
By Troy Montigney, Executive Director, Indiana Education Savings Authority June 20, 2019 Father’s Day means many different things over the course of a man’s life. As a boy, you (or […]
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529 plans and scholarships
By my529 June 13, 2019 Great news: Your graduating high school senior has received a merit-based scholarship that will pay for much—maybe even all—of their higher education. But what […]
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Dear Dash … What is a qualified education expense?
Dear Dash, My mom told me that my college savings plan account can only be used for “Qualified Education Expenses.” Can I use it for pizza? What if I want […]
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Happy 529 Day
By Jim DiUlio, CSPN Chair My favorite holiday is here again, Happy 5-29 Day! Not every good innovation translates into a specific calendar date, but we have May 29. It […]
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The gift of college savings
By my529 May 21, 2019 What is a great gift for your graduate? Luggage? Some dormitory décor for when they go off to college? Might we suggest a gift […]
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Happy Mother’s Day: A note of thanks to my Mom in heaven and to my children on earth.
By Sheila Salehian, Deputy Treasurer of Nevada’s College Savings Plans May 7, 2019 Take a moment to reflect on the beautiful miracle of motherhood. Through the challenges and triumphs, endless […]
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It’s all about balance
By Heather Barthelmes, Analyst, Michigan Education Trust (MET) May 1, 2019 Parenting is all about balance. You must balance how many sweet treats you give your child versus how many […]
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10 ideas on how to prepare for college before your first class
By my529 April 23, 2019 Saving with a 529 plan is one of the best ways to prepare for college. But tuition is just one part of being ready to […]
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What To Do With Remaining 529 Funds?
By: David Lawhorn, 529 Plan Manager, Kentucky Education Savings Plan Trust (KY Saves 529) March 19, 2019 As my family nears the end of our only child’s undergraduate college experience, […]
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Save Now or Receive Aid Later?
By Troy Montigney, Executive Director, Indiana Education Savings Authority February 28, 2019 There are many widely held misconceptions about financial aid. One of the most prevalent is that families should […]
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Be S.M.A.R.T. With Your College Savings Goals
By Tim Gorrell, Executive Director, Ohio Tuition Trust Authority February 5, 2019 The first month of 2019 is now behind us, so what’s the status of your New Year’s resolutions? […]
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Making savings fun for children
By Deena Lager, Director, Arizona 529 College Savings Program January 22, 2019 Financial literacy may seem like an overwhelming topic for a young child, but, with a little creativity, […]