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What grandparents need to know about the new FAFSA rulesby Kathryn FlynnLearn how recent changes to the FAFSA could make it easier for some grandparents to help pay for college without impacting the student's financial aid eligibility. Read More |
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5 year end tax tips for college saversby Kathryn FlynnParents and grandparents who use 529 plans to save for college are eligible for a number of tax benefits. This checklist will help you maximize your savings in 2016. Read More |
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Eight reasons why grandparents love 529 plansby Kathryn FlynnIf you’re a grandparent there are a variety of different ways you can help pay for college. Here are eight reasons why we think saving with a 529 plan could be your best bet. Read More |
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529 Day Webcast Recapby Kathryn FlynnDid you miss our 529 Day live Q&A webinar? Here's a recap of all the great college savings topics that were covered. Read More |
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Ask an expert: How do grandparent-owned 529 plans affect financial aid eligibility?by Matthew TonerMatthew Toner of Savingforcollege.com responds to the frequently asked-about topic of grandparent-owned 529 accounts and their effect on financial aid eligibility. Read More |
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College: The Ultimate Gift Idea This Holiday Seasonby Keith Bernhardt, vice president of college planning at FidelityGrandparents Can Help Fill the College Savings Void Read More |
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Top 529 College Savings Plans
One-year rankings are based on a plan's average investment returns over the last 12 months.
State | Plan Name | |
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1 | West Virginia | SMART529 WV Direct College Savings Plan |
2 | Louisiana | START Saving Program |
3 | Indiana | CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings Plan |
Three-year rankings are based on a plan's average annual investment returns over the last three years.
State | Plan Name | |
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1 | New York | New York's 529 College Savings Program -- Direct Plan |
2 | Indiana | CollegeChoice 529 Direct Savings Plan |
3 | West Virginia | SMART529 WV Direct College Savings Plan |
Five-year rankings are based on a plan's average annual investment returns over the last five years
State | Plan Name | |
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1 | Ohio | Ohio's 529 Plan, CollegeAdvantage |
2 | West Virginia | SMART529 WV Direct College Savings Plan |
3 | New York | New York's 529 College Savings Program -- Direct Plan |
10-year rankings are based on a plan's average annual investment returns over the last ten years.
State | Plan Name | |
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1 | Ohio | Ohio's 529 Plan, CollegeAdvantage |
2 | New York | New York's 529 College Savings Program -- Direct Plan |
3 | Delaware | Delaware College Investment Plan |