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Why 529 Plans Beat Trump Accounts for CollegeThe government will put $1,000 into a Trump Account for eligible newborns. Take it, but remember that college savings will be better off in a 529 plan.
By Sravani Atluri
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A Financial Survival Guide for Your College-Bound KidYour child might have all their dorm supplies, but have they got everything they need to be financially independent when they start college?
By Bruce Maginn, Principal
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How a Financial Adviser Will Use Trump Accounts for His KidsParents have a new option for getting a jump-start on their child's financial future: Where a Trump Account could fit into your financial plan.
By Alex Astin, MBA, CEP®, IAR
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2026-27 FAFSA Changes: What Families Need to KnowA simpler form, a real break for families who own a business or a farm, and a new hard cutoff for the Pell Grant. The 2026-27 FAFSA both gives and takes.
By Sravani Atluri
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529 Plan vs. Roth IRA: Best Way to Pay for Grandkids' CollegeBefore you touch your retirement fund, consider how taxes and financial aid rules change the math. In this week's Wealth Wise column, we break down the right choice.
By Maurie Backman
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Why Summer Is the Perfect Time to Reassess Your 529 Plan529 plans are more versatile than ever. Take time this summer to assess whether you're making the best use of all the options — and any available financial aid.
By Matt Marinovich, CFP®
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Trump Accounts vs 529 College Savings PlansA look at how Trump Accounts compare with 529 plans, including taxes, contribution limits and college savings benefits.
By Sean Jackson
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NYC Proposes $3k College Fund Plan: Does Your State Offer Aid?From NYC's proposal to Trump Accounts and state-sponsored baby bond programs, governments are helping children build savings long before they reach adulthood.
By Sean Jackson
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Why the College-First Mindset Is Outdated and Failing Us AllCollege is no longer the safest route to job security. The sooner we change attitudes toward skilled labor and alternative career paths, the better for us all.
By Scott Laband
