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[INFOGRAPHIC] How much do you need to save for college?

Posted: 2014-03-14. By: Kathryn Flynn

Our latest infographic looks at the actual expenses related to higher education and how American families are footing the bill to pay for college.

7 reasons why mutual funds don't work so well for college

Posted: 2014-03-13. By: Joseph Hurley

Biggest college savings misconceptions

Posted: 2014-03-13. By: Joseph Hurley

Here are the biggest college savings misconceptions that parents and grandparents have.

The Bank of Grandma and Grandpa - New video featuring our very own Joe Hurley!

Posted: 2014-03-13. By: Kathryn Flynn

In the following video Joseph Hurley, Founder of Savingforcollege.com, explains the different ways Grandparents can assist with paying for tuition, taking issues like financial aid and taxes into consideration.

The 2014 Annual College Savings Survey Results

Posted: 2014-03-11. By: Kathryn Flynn

The Annual College Savings Survey was designed to shed light on consumer beliefs and actions in relation to 529 plans. The results uncovered a number of key findings that we are excited to share with our readers in a new series of blog posts.

The 40-Day College Savings Challenge

Posted: 2014-03-04. By: Kathryn Flynn

Regardless of your religious beliefs, Lent can be a great time to focus on good spending habits. Over the next 40 days, we challenge our readers to find ways to cut their budget and make room for college savings.

Tax reform and 529 plans

Posted: 2014-03-03. By: Joseph Hurley

Joe shares his thoughts on the Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee's recently-proposed comprehensive tax reform package and its effect on tax incentives for education.

Welcome to the new and improved Savingforcollege.com Blog!

Posted: 2014-02-27. By: Kathryn Flynn

Whether you are a new parent, grandparent or professional advisor, we are committed to offering the most timely and relevant college savings content while encouraging interaction, comments and feedback.

Opportunity exists for more advisor 529 sales

Posted: 2014-02-25. By: Joseph Hurley

Savingforcollege.com recently conducted its first annual College Savings Survey, an online survey of our website visitors designed to investigate families' beliefs, goals, and actions when it comes to saving for college in America.

2013 plan performance rankings Q4

Posted: 2014-02-12.

Savingforcollege.com's Q4 529 performance rankings analyze one, three, five, and ten year investment performance as of December 31, 2013 and rank 529 savings plans from best to worst.

2013 one-year top performing direct plans Q4

Posted: 2014-02-12.

Savingforcollege.com ranks the one-year investment performance of direct-sold 529 plans as of December 31, 2013.

2013 three-year top performing direct plans Q4

Posted: 2014-02-12.

Savingforcollege.com ranks the three-year investment performance of direct-sold 529 plans as of December 31, 2013.

2013 five-year top performing direct plans Q4

Posted: 2014-02-12.

Savingforcollege.com ranks the five-year investment performance of direct-sold 529 plans as of December 31, 2013.

2013 ten-year top performing direct plans Q4

Posted: 2014-02-12.

Savingforcollege.com ranks the ten-year investment performance of direct-sold 529 plans as of December 31, 2013.

Resolutions for 2014 for financial planners

Posted: 2014-01-06. By: Joseph Hurley

I am offering up 6 resolutions for 2014 directed to financial planners. These suggestions will not only help your clients, but most likely will help you attract new clients.

Test Your 529 Knowledge Part I

Posted: 2013-12-19. By: Joseph Hurley

6 college savings resolutions for 2014

Posted: 2013-12-13. By: Joseph Hurley

The date of your child's college enrollment creeps ever closer. As 2013 comes to a close, consider including the following items on your list of resolutions for 2014.

7 steps to enrolling in a 529 plan

Posted: 2013-12-07. By: Joseph Hurley

Considering college savings options? These seven steps lead you through the ease of establishing a 529 plan.

Did college just get less expensive?

Posted: 2013-10-24. By: Joseph Hurley

The College Board this week released its annual report "Trends in College Pricing" containing data that suggests college tuition inflation may be slowing. This is good news for your clients concerned about funding future college costs for their children and grandchildren.

College Savings Current Events

Posted: 2013-10-14.

An up-to-date listing of promotions, events, and contests being offered by states and their 529 programs.