Custodial accounts and Coverdells: How to use them
You might consider a custodial account for flexibility — or a custodial 529 or Coverdell for education.
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Different types of 529 plans: Prepaid versus savings
Learn how the benefits of different 529 plans can ease the burden of paying for college.
Paying off student loan debt: 5 tips
From automatic debit programs to loan-interest tax tactics, there are some options to consider.
Your ultimate college guide: Prep, acceptance, attendance, and after
Going to college happens in stages, and each stage takes some financial knowledge and preparation.
10 mistakes to avoid with 529 savings plans
Avoid these possible pitfalls to help get the maximum benefit from your 529 savings plan.
You’re out! When colleges revoke their offers
An acceptance and financial aid package can be pulled at any time due to cause.
7 financial gifts for the college graduate
Try these ideas for gifts that will benefit any college graduate for years to come.
Preparing for the college decision letter
How students can handle any response to their college applications.
College saving plans that are often underutilized
Few families are using tax-friendly 529 plans to save for college.
6 ways to cut college costs in half
Cut college costs by as much as half by studying abroad, leveling down, or paying in-state tuition.
On the hunt for the most generous colleges
To control your tuition costs, start with schools that offer generous scholarships and financial aid.
What high schoolers need to know about student loans
College-bound kids need to be wary of the pitfalls of unaffordable debt.
Refinancing student loans: Variable or fixed interest rate?
Refinancing your student loans with a variable or fixed interest rate is a big decision.
How to save on college? (without a scholarship)
Reduce college tuition costs by accelerating the time in the classroom.
What first-generation college students need to know
They face unique challenges from admissions to graduation. But there are ways to cope.
College admissions counselors: Weighing the price
Acceptance rates at top schools are in single digits. Can an admissions counselor help?
Biggest college freshman financial blunders
How to help your college freshman avoid money mistakes.
A primer on college financial aid
College tuition continues to rise so understanding financial aid options is critical.
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