College
News, insights and expert analysis on college from the team at Kiplinger.
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Could Trump Accounts be the Best College Savings Option?
We compare Trump Accounts to other college savings options.
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Blue Collar Workers Add AI to Their Toolboxes
The Kiplinger Letter AI can’t fix a leak or install lighting, but more and more tradespeople are adopting artificial intelligence for back-office work and other tasks.
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529 Plans: Everything You Need to Know About Saving for College
529 Plans 529 plans offer convenience and potential tax benefits when saving for education. That said, there are still a range of rules you’ll need to know (and follow).
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AI Goes To School
The Kiplinger Letter Artificial intelligence is rapidly heading to K-12 classrooms nationwide. Expect tech companies to cash in on the fast-emerging trend.
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How to Budget for College Expenses Beyond Tuition
Some universities waive tuition for families with incomes below a certain threshold. But you'll still need a plan to cover other costs.
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How to Turn Education Planning Into Retirement Planning
Nervous about investing in a 529 plan? If college doesn't pan out, the money can now be rolled over into a Roth IRA, which will grow tax-free until retirement.
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Going to College? How to Navigate the Financial Planning
College decisions this year seem even more complex than usual, including determining whether a school is a 'financial fit.' Here's how to find your way.
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Graduating From College? Six Smart Financial Steps to Start Taking Now
Getting a head start on your finances can ensure you start adulthood on the best foot possible.
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Grandparents: How Do You Handle Gifts for the Grandkids?
Can you give generously to grandkids without spoiling them or resorting to digital gifts? Here's how one grandmother and her friends have done it.
