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Video: Prepaid tuition vs. 529
Article: To offset stock market volatility, is it better to use a prepaid tuition plan than a 529?
2009-10-01T00:00:00
College 529 prepaid tuition plans at risk
Article: These plans let you buy tuition credits in advance. But they're not as risk-free as widely believed.
2009-11-03T00:00:00
Health insurance not qualified 529 expense
Article: The IRS says certain fees may be counted under a 529 plan, but health premiums aren't among them.
2009-11-02T00:00:00
Video: Will 529 affect financial aid?
Article: Father wonders how financial aid will be affected if 529 plan is in grandparent's name.
2009-10-01T00:00:00
Cashing in savings bonds to fund 529 plan
Article: You don’t need the tax benefits of a 529 plan if you qualify for the Education Savings Bond Program.
2009-06-01T00:00:00
Time to change your 529-plan portfolio?
Article: Congress is allowing a second change this year to your 529 college-savings plan. Act soon.
2009-08-24T00:00:00
3 ways to save for your child's future
Article: Three key savings vehicles allow parents to safely put away money for their children's future.
2009-09-09T00:00:00
New GI Bill pays children's college
Article: In an added benefit, the money you squirreled away in a 529 plan can be withdrawn, penalty-free.
2009-10-19T00:00:00
3 ways to take a 529 plan distribution
Article: Here's how you can receive your 529 plan money, and which approach is best for you.
2009-10-05T00:00:00
Get payback for volunteer work
Article: National service organizations are expanding to help students pay for college. Are they worth it?
2009-10-01T00:00:00
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