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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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Free (or Cheap) College for Retirees in All 50 StatesWhether it's to complete a degree, gain new knowledge or just for fun, seniors and retirees can go or get back to school "on the cheap."
By Bob Niedt
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Best 529 Plans of 2026Check out the best 529 plans of 2026 to find the best plan for your child or grandchild’s college savings.
By Erin Bendig
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Use the 529 'Grandparent Loophole' To Maximize College SavingsHow the 529 grandparent loophole lets you fund a grandchild’s college education without impacting their financial aid.
By Erin Bendig
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529 Plans: Everything You Need to Know529 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).
By Elaine Silvestrini
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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Why the College-First Mindset Is Outdated and Failing Us AllCollege is no longer the safest route to job security.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
