Jonathan Sparling, vice president of strategic partnerships at CollegeWell, explains how 529 plans work and what happens if a child gets a full scholarship.

The best 529 plans for 2026 can be valuable tools for saving for college (not to mention valuable estate and retirement ...

The best state 529 plans save for college and future education. Compare performances, benefits, and fees to find the best 529 plan for you in 2025.

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529 Education Saving Plans are tax-advantaged investment vehicles in which your money grows tax-free. Depending on the level of tax benefit your state’s plan offers, it may be worthwhile to look out ...

State 529 accounts let you invest money for educational purposes and the balance grows tax-free. Withdrawals are tax-free as well as long as they're used to pay for pre-school, high school or college.

Common assumptions about college savings plans could be causing some families to miss out.

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If the idea of paying for college is just about as overwhelming as boarding a plane to skydive out of, you're not alone. U.S. News & World Report puts the average cost of tuition and fees at a ...

With the S&P 500 whipsawing in 2025, recent market volatility comes at a particularly bad time for college savers. For some parents, their 529 account balances took a hit just as tuition payments are ...

If you set up a custodial account years ago to save for your child’s future, you may now wonder whether that money will work harder in a 529 plan. After all, a 529 plan offers tax-free growth when ...