Give the Gift of Possibilities: Education Savings for Future Goals
By David Bell, Vice President, Vestwell December 3, 2024 In just a few weeks, we’ll be preparing to gather with friends and family to celebrate the end of another year […]
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5 Things College Students Should Do Over Thanksgiving Break
Thanksgiving break is coming up, giving college students a chance to recharge. Whether they’re heading home, staying on campus, or traveling, it’s also a great time to get a few […]
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Options, Options, Options – What happens if your child doesn’t attend college?
By Anita Kelley, Savings Division Director, State of Alabama Treasurer’s Office Soon after my second child was born, I realized that I needed to start saving for both of my […]
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Veterans Day: Explore your GI Bill Benefits
By Jeremy Rogers, Director, New York 529 College Savings Program November 12, 2024 Growing up there was never any real doubt in my mind that I wanted to serve in […]
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Doubling down on collective impact
By Luke Minor, Director of Washington State’s College Savings Plans (WA529) November 5, 2024 With Halloween behind us, one would normally ditch the thrills and chills and go all in on […]
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Face Your Higher Education Financing Fears
By Rachel Biar, Deputy State Treasurer for Savings Programs, Nebraska October 29, 2024 Saving for higher education expenses may seem like an overwhelming task for individuals and families alike. A […]
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Saving with a 529 plan has never been sweeter
By Lael M. Oldmixon, M.Ed , Executive Director, Education Trust of Alaska It’s October, and we must take advantage of every opportunity to make metaphors about sweets treats like the […]
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Transfer Credits Can Stretch Your 529 Savings Further
By Trisha Good, Executive Director, Ohio Tuition Trust Authority National Transfer Student Week, set for Oct. 21-25, 2024, focuses on the education journey of students who start at community colleges […]
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529s: The Best Way to Save for Higher Education and Career Training
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 […]
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Pathways to Opportunity for College Savings Month
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 […]
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Misconceptions, misunderstandings, and mistakes
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 […]
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Grandparents Can Play a Critical Role in Saving for Higher Education
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 […]