The Maine NextGen 529 -- Client Select Series advisor-sold 529 is managed by Vestwell State Savings, LLC and distributed by BlackRock Investments, LLC.. The plan consists of Year of enrollment, static multi-fund, and individual-fund options from a number of money managers: BlackRock, Franklin Templeton, Lord Abbett, MFS, New York Life (MainStay), and Neuberger Berman. In addition, the Principal Plus Portfolio and NextGen Savings Portfolio are offered. To find a financial advisor in your area, use the Directory of Financial Professionals.
- Program typeSavings
- Inception1999
- State agencyFinance Authority of Maine (FAME)
- Tax deduction
- Program ManagerVestwell State Savings, LLC; The Bank of New York Mellon provides certain custody and other services to the Program
- Program distributorBlackRock Investments, LLC
Eligibility
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Contributions
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Does the program offer an e-gifting platform for receiving gift contributions?
Investment Options
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Fees & Expenses
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Taxes and other Benefits
- Tax deduction for single filers$1,000/yr
- Tax deduction for joint filers$1,000/yr
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Does the sponsoring state exclude the value of an account for state financial aid purposes?
Does participation in the program provide beneficiaries with any advantages in qualifying for resident tuition status at state institutions?
Is there a rewards program or outside scholarship program that works with this program?
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Distributions & Terminations
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Account Changes
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Documents, Access & Reporting
Does participant have online password-protected access to account?
Can the complete enrollment process including funding be done online?
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Contact
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