Apprenticeship programs provide an affordable pathway to a career, but they still come with costs. Thanks to the 2019 SECURE Act, funds saved in a 529 college savings plan can […]
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 […]
When it comes to saving for higher education, the thought can be daunting. But saving for multiple students at once – how can families make this work? If you opt […]
Apprenticeships have long been an important entry point for construction, plumbing and manufacturing trades. In addition to these sectors, there are now apprenticeships in fields such as healthcare, education, and […]
By Cheryl Rapp, Edvest 529 College Savings Plan September 5, 2023 All the myths surrounding 529 plans can prevent families from taking advantage of the great benefits of a 529 […]
By Chelsea Wunnicke, Wisconsin College Savings Program August 23, 2023 Raising preschool children is not easy. While they provide sweet smiles, joyful laughter, and hugs, they also come with strong […]
By Chelsea Wunnicke, Edvest 529 College Savings Plan After a long Wisconsin winter, it sure feels great to open the windows and let in a fresh spring breeze. As I […]
By Cheryl Rapp, Edvest 529 College Savings Plan January 31, 2023 The thought of attending college can elicit strong emotions in both high school seniors and parents. For students, they […]
Let’s face it; there’s a lot of uncertainty and instability in the world right now – look no further than the ups and downs of the stock market. This volatility […]
Let’s face it, saving for college can feel overwhelming at times. You probably have concerns about the rising cost of college and the impact of student loan debt. You may […]
By Linda Lambert, Financial Capability Director for the College Savings Program at the Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions (DFI) September 22, 2020 As we celebrate College Savings Month throughout September, we […]
By Paula Smith, Senior Vice President, DC and College Savings Strategy, Voya Investment Management August 25, 2020 Trying to picture your child heading off to college when they are just […]