College planning strategies: It’s never too early to start saving
Considering the many responsibilities competing for family savings, it’s never too early to consider college planning strategies.
Category: College Savings
Planning for college: High school seniors close in on the finish line
For families planning for college, the senior year of high school has many deadlines and preparations for parents and students.
Planning for college: High school juniors sharpen focus on goals
When planning for college, the junior year of high school is busy as parents look deeper into financial aid and juniors sharpen their focus on goals.
Planning for college: Considerations for high school freshmen and sophomores
Planning for college for parents and students can begin as early as freshman and sophomore years in high school, and help families stay on track.
Consider creating a checklist as students head off to college
Parents may consider creating a checklist for the financial considerations involved when students head off to college.
Higher education tax breaks may be overlooked
There are several tax-advantaged provisions for higher education in the tax code that may be overlooked as multiple provisions may cause confusion.
Consider a 529 plan for a tax-smart way to save for college
A 529 plan may be part of a strategy to utilize tax-advantaged savings to meet the rising cost of college.
Research uncovers the value of a college degree
With rising costs and the planning time needed to prepare for college, some parents and students may wonder if a college degree is worth the investment.
Action plan helps families prepare for college
Having an action plan can help families and students prepare for college as they navigate the process throughout the high school years.
Consider the options when helping grandchildren with college costs
Grandparents seeking to help grandchildren with college costs may contribute in several ways, with different types of accounts and benefits.