Farran Powell is the managing editor of investing at Forbes Advisor. She was previously the assistant managing editor of investing at U.S. News & World Report. Her work has appeared in numerous ...

529 plans offer convenience and potential tax benefits when saving for education. That said, there are still a range of rules ...

There are a few ways to save for college, and one of the most often used is the 529 college savings plan, also known as a 529 education savings plan. 529 plans have become popular vehicles for college ...

Peter Lazaroff is an award-winning financial advisor and chief investment officer of Plancorp, where he focuses on long-term investing strategies and wealth management. He is an Investopedia 100 Top ...

Trump Accounts have flaws, but 529 plans are not the simple alternative their defenders claim. Fees, complexity and low ...

Trump accounts begin rolling out in 2026. Learn who qualifies, contribution limits, tax rules and why experts still recommend ...

Opening a 529 college savings account can be a smart move if you’d like to save for college on a tax-advantaged basis. One thing to consider when opening a 529 plan is whether it should be a custodial ...

A 529 college savings plan can be a powerful savings tool for future education expenses, as investments in the plan increase tax-free. While state tax benefits should be the first consideration for ...

Meagan is a former Series 7 financial advisor and current writer focused on blending straightforward information with a dose of humor on topics including equity investments, insurance products, and ...

There’s a new rule in place that makes 529 plans an even more attractive way to save for your child’s education. As of last year, unused funds in a 529 plan can be transferred into a Roth IRA. As a ...