Save for College

Plus, tips on the application process, how choice affects success later in life, and more.

The financial planner and author discusses the college application process, strategies for making college more affordable, and how college choice affects success later in life.

Also, Disney strikes back in a proxy fight, and two 529 plans earn top marks.

Roth IRAs, charitable distributions, and 529 conversions deserve advisors’ attention.

These plans earn Morningstar’s highest rating. 

Morningstar staffers resolve to sell losers, pick winners, and prioritize our children’s futures.

Michigan Education Savings and Utah’s my529 remain at the top; Vanguard age-based plans get a Process downgrade.

It’s a good time to take a fresh look at your complete financial picture if part of your debt will go away.

We examine the impact of President Biden’s plan on both individual households and the larger economy.

Families with more assets than they need in a tax-advantaged education savings account have options.

A deeper look at how 529s have evolved.

Learn how a 529 plan can help pay for certain educational expenses. 

Capital Group and Fidelity round out the top three.

We answer your questions about 529 college savings plan investment choices, fees, impact on aid, and withdrawals.

The tax benefits of 529 education savings plans, though complicated, are worth knowing.

Looking for a way to tax-consciously invest for future educational expenses? A top-rated 529 plan could be an answer.