— -- Q: Aren't 529 college savings plans terrible for people investing for college, since they can go down when the stock market falls? A: Hopefully this statement isn't going to surprise anyone: ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — For many folks, paying for college is expensive. Tuition, housing, and books can add up to a pretty hefty bill. This College Savings Month, financial experts are encouraging ...

As a parent, you may have high hopes that your child will somehow earn a full-ride scholarship to the college of their dreams. But realistically, that's pretty rare. Only about 7% of college students ...

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The 2025 federal tax law risks making 529 plans more costly for states by increasing tax avoidance and allowing wealthy ...

The upcoming holiday gifting season is a perfect time to review the incredible 529 college savings plan opportunity to build a tax-free fund for college, which can be used by any member of your family ...

Illinois Treasurer Frerichs earns 7th Gold rating for Bright Start 529 plan, recognized by Morningstar as one of the nation’s ...

Simplify your decision-making so you can focus on saving If you're shopping for the best 529 college savings plan, you may be overthinking the process. The choice should be simple and quick, so that ...

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Families saving for college poured billions of dollars into U.S. 529 education savings plans over the past five years, even as these plans' performance lagged behind other ...

La Rustica is showcasing two original rivalry-themed paintings by Summerville artist Kendyll Hallmark. Proceeds support her ...

When I started college, my priorities were to make friends, do well in my classes and have fun. I used to think saving money simply meant skipping my morning coffee. Fast-forward to senior year, my ...