Tax-Free Holidays
By Anita Kelley, Director, Savings Division, Alabama State Treasury July 23, 2019 When you’re discussing your favorite holidays, you might end up with a pretty long list. No matter […]
Tag Archives: prepaid tuition
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Does saving for college hurt my financial aid chances?
By Jonathan Hughes, Associate Director of College Planning and Education, Massachusetts Educational Financing Authority June 26, 2019 Financial aid is awarded based on two separate factors: merit and financial need. […]
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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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How My $301.73 Tax Return Became a $603.46 College Savings Contribution
By Ross Loehr, Business Development Officer, Intuition College Savings Solutions April 16, 2019 Here we are on the other side of another tax filing deadline! What a great feeling […]
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Dear Dash…From Small Fry to Scientist
Dear Dash, I am almost done with second grade, and I think it is time to seriously think about my plans for the future. When I grow up I want […]
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And now for something completely different?
By Luke Minor, Director, Washington State’s College Savings Plans (WA529) April 2, 2019 “What’s a prepaid tuition plan? Is that as good as a 529 plan?” “We’ve heard about […]
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Banish College Savings? No, Encourage Them!
By Robert Cole, President, Private College 529 Plan March 5, 2019 As the father of two elementary-school children, I understand the financial pressures on young families. The need to save for […]
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States Unite To March Forth In Addressing Student Debt
BY 529 COLLEGE SAVINGS PLANS Mach 4, 2019 WASHINGTON, D.C. – Twenty-seven states are banding together to take on the student debt crisis through a national campaign launching March 4. […]
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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 […]