Education
Learn about a 529 college savings plan, Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA), and custodial accounts, plus tips on saving and paying for college.
Grandparent-Owned 529s Get a Boost
529 accounts owned by someone other than the beneficiary's parent no longer affect need-based financial aid. Here's what to know before you open an account for your grandchild or other family member.
How to Help Your Grandkids Pay for College
Superfunding a 529 or making direct tuition payments to a university can offer tax advantages, but the key to any strategy is planning.
Comparing Education Savings Accounts
You have a variety of choices when it comes to saving for your child's education: 529 plans, Coverdell ESAs, and custodial accounts. Let's review your choices.
Saving for College: 529 College Savings Plans
The 529 savings plan provides several tax advantages when used for education expenses.
Saving for College: Custodial Accounts
Custodial accounts may not offer the tax benefits of 529 plans, but they can be used to fund expenses that 529 plans don't cover.
Saving for College with a 529: 5 Costly Mistakes to Avoid
A 529 college savings plan offers many advantages, but it can come with some potential pitfalls. Here are five mistakes to avoid.
How Can You Save for College?
What financial tools and strategies are available to those planning for college expenses?
8 Mistakes to Avoid When Planning for College Costs
These planning mistakes could potentially cost you thousands in lost student aid and raise your out-of-pocket expenses.
529-to-Roth IRA Rollovers: What to Know
The SECURE 2.0 Act allows savers to roll unused 529 funds into the beneficiary's Roth IRA without a tax penalty. But that's probably not a reason to overfund 529s.
Should You Save for Retirement or Pay Off Student Loans?
Just because you have student loans to pay off doesn't mean you should put investing on hold to do it—you don't have to prioritize one over the other.