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 […]
Tag Archives: prepaid
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529 Facts
By Tim Gorrell, Executive Director, Ohio Tuition Trust Authority May 14, 2019 There’s much to consider when you’re thinking of saving for a child’s future higher education costs. Based on […]
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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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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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Dear Dash … Small Steps for Your Big Goals
Dear Dash, I’ve always dreamed of becoming an engineer. I think I’ll need to attend a four-year college to achieve my goal. When I look at the cost of going […]
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Practice Some Self-Reliance in 2019
By Bob Cole, President & CEO, Private College 529 Plan January 7, 2019 Happy 2019 to all! If you are reading this, you are likely to have some interest […]
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Like Hosting a Thanksgiving Dinner, the Key Ingredient in Saving for College Is Having a Plan
By Patricia Roberts, Chief Operating Officer, Gift of College November 19, 2018 Whether you’re traveling from near or far to gather with family or friends, making a signature dish […]
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Saving for Preschool Students
By South Carolina State Treasurer Curtis Loftis, Administrator of Future Scholar College Savings Plan October 26, 2018 As most parents will tell you, kids start growing fast and they don’t ever […]
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College Savings Tips for the Elementary School Years
Deborah Goodkin, Program Manager, NEST 529 College Savings Plans, First National Bank of Omaha October 22, 2018 I’m sure that many parents of elementary-aged children can agree: it seems like […]
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A NOT SO SCARY REPORT
By Mary Anne Busse, Managing Director, Great Disclosure LLC October 16, 2018 It’s October, so you know what that means: pumpkins, trick or treating and scary activities! Believe it or not, […]
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Fall into Good Financial Habits: September Means It’s Time to Save
If you’re like me, you can’t help but love this time of year. Fall has arrived, bringing a welcome reprieve from the heat of summer; the leaves are starting to […]
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Break it Down to Build It Up: Think Small to Save Big for College
By Patricia Roberts September 4, 2018 A strategy that starts with a detailed vision of the end goal and breaks the 18-year saving horizon into a more immediate timeframe […]