10 Ways a 529 Plan Makes Education More Affordable

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Laura reviews ten ways a 529 savings plan can make education more affordable.

1023. Are you worried about the future cost of education for yourself or a child? Laura reviews ten ways a 529 savings plan supercharges education savings and can even be used for young students, non-traditional coursework, and professional career pivots. Key takeaways Contributions to a 529 plan get taxed upfront, but the account growth and withdrawals for qualified expenses are tax-free. States sponsor 529 plans with various benefits and fees; however, you don’t have to be a state resident to participate in the plan. There are no income restrictions to contribute to a 529, and owners typically name a child, who is the future student, as the account beneficiary.  Qualified 529 expenses include many costs associated with traditional college, but also include trade schools, vocational training, and professional certifications. You can spend up to $20,000 per year on younger students from kindergarten through high school at public, private, or religious schools. Leftover 529 funds can be rolled over into a beneficiary’s Roth IRA, with certain restrictions. Upcoming Wedding Series Coming Up: We want your questions about wedding finances! Whether you're the bride, groom, or a…

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Host: Laura

Topics covered

• 529 plan
• education savings
• tax benefits
• financial planning
• college funding

Keywords

• 529 plan
• education costs
• tax-free withdrawals
• qualified expenses
• savings plan

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