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Extended Federal and State Tax Filing Deadlines 2021
The federal tax filing deadline was extended to May 17, 2021. Find out about state tax filing deadlines, 529 contribution deadlines and more.
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Which is best: 529 college savings plan or Roth IRA?
A head-to-head comparison of a 529 vs Roth IRA from a standpoint of taxes, contribution limits and how they each affect your financial aid.
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The FAFSA is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. Learn about when students should file the FAFSA and important filing deadlines.
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5-Cap Ratings provide an independent and objective evaluation of direct-sold and advisor-sold 529 plans. See the top-rated 529 plans.
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See more articlesLearn about important 529 plan withdrawal rules to avoid taxes and penalties when taking a distribution to pay for college expenses.
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Q&A with 529 Guru: Joe Hurley
Specialist Joe Hurley answers your questions.
- Two kids, two 529 plans?
- Coverdell ESA vs. 529 Plan: Which to choose? (Script)
- Top 529 Plan Withdrawal Tips. (Script)
- Top 529 Plan Withdrawal Tips. (Video)
- What are the 3 biggest 529 plan myths? (Video)
- What are the 3 biggest 529 plan myths? (Script)
- Does a 529 plan affect financial aid? (Video)
- Does a 529 plan affect financial aid? (Script)
- How much does college cost? (Video)
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