Articles

Proposed Bill Would Change the Game

Posted: 2016-05-06. By: Brian Boswell

The Boost Saving for College Act (Boost) was introduced to the Senate at the end of April by US Senators Richard Burr (R-NC) and Bob Casey (D-PA). Boost is designed specifically to incent low- and middle-income families to start saving for college by enhancing 529 and 529A benefits.

Will taking a gap year help me get into the Ivy League?

Posted: 2016-05-05. By: Kathryn Flynn

Increase awareness of the gap years, and their benefits.

The price of procrastination: 7 reasons to start saving today

Posted: 2016-05-02. By: Kathryn Flynn

Success story: How I became debt-free just two years after graduation

Posted: 2016-04-29. By: Kathryn Flynn

A real-life story from one of our readers who successfully tackled high college costs.

Saving for college: It's not just about the numbers

Posted: 2016-04-28. By: Brooke Napiwocki

The best savings plan for college really differs for each family.

5 simple ways to teach a young child about college

Posted: 2016-04-15. By: Heather Hamilton, Varsity Tutors

How exactly do you talk about college with your kindergartner?

Omnibus: What it is and why advisors should care

Posted: 2016-04-14. By: Brian Boswell

Omnibus is a word a lot of people in the asset management industry toss around, but not a lot of people understand.

6 things to consider if your child is going to college overseas

Posted: 2016-04-11. By: Kathryn Flynn

Cost shouldn't be the only factor to consider if your child wants to attend college overseas.

Which Standardized Test Should You Take - the ACT or SAT?

Posted: 2016-04-08. By: Lulu Curiel

Today, both the SAT and the ACT are accepted by four-year universities.

How the Fiduciary Rule Impacts 529 plans

Posted: 2016-04-08. By: Brian Boswell

The U.S. DOL (Department of Labor) unveiled new rules that are, in aggregate, widely-referred to as "The Fiduciary Rule."

New 529 ABLE accounts may offer even more benefits for people with disabilities

Posted: 2016-03-25. By: Kathryn Flynn

The ABLE Act gives Americans with disabilities the opportunity to save up to $14,000 per year in a tax-deferred account similar to a 529 college savings plan as a supplement to their government benefits.

More Americans are saving for college with 529 plans

Posted: 2016-03-19. By: Kathryn Flynn

There are a number of different ways to save for future college costs.

Introducing the new and improved SAT

Posted: 2016-03-12. By: Lulu Curiel

The SAT exam has undergone a major renovation.

Study shows Maine students who receive state grants for college are more likely to graduate

Posted: 2016-03-09. By: Kathryn Flynn

States also encourage residents to earn a degree, viewing a college education as a driver of economic and social mobility.

Introducing the new and improved SFC community forum

Posted: 2016-02-29. By: Kathryn Flynn

Our readers can share tips, ask questions and get advice from each other on our newly designed community message board.

Student loan debt vs. investments: What to prioritize

Posted: 2016-02-19. By: Zina Kumok

Eliminating debt is always beneficial, could focusing too much on paying back those college loans actually be bad?

AP vs. IB: Which Program Is Best for You?

Posted: 2016-02-19. By: Lulu Curiel

Both AP and IB programs give high school students the opportunity to earn college credit and become better prepared for higher education.

2015 plan performance rankings Q4

Posted: 2016-02-12.

Savingforcollege.com's Q4 529 performance rankings analyze one, three, five, and ten year investment performance as of December 31, 2015 and rank 529 savings plans from best to worst.

2015 one-year top performing direct plans Q4

Posted: 2016-02-12.

Savingforcollege.com ranks the one-year investment performance of direct-sold 529 plans as of December 31, 2015.

Five things to know about 529s and financial aid

Posted: 2016-02-11. By: Joseph Hurley

To help clear up any confusion, here are a few things to remember about how 529 plans are treated under the federal aid formula.