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K-12 tuition, tax breaks, and Roth IRA rollovers: How grandparents can make the most of a 529 plan.
Advisors discussed how they guide clients through the competing priorities of saving for their own retirements versus their children's college educations.
You’re never too old for campus life. Here are 5 colleges that actually want 50-plus students in class.
In this week's Wealth Wise advice column, financial experts answer four critical questions about rising tuition, shifting job markets, and navigating the new 529 plan rules.
With $4 million saved, a couple wants a bigger home for their teens before retiring in eight years. In this week's Wealth Wise advice column, advisers reveal why it’s risky — and smart alternatives.
I'm considering retiring in a few years at 60 and pursuing a masters at a public university in Italy or France. Possibly a degree in international development, environmental risk assessment, etc. that...
When looking for a contractor or a financial adviser, hiring based only on price is risky. These questions will help you find the right person for the job.
Before you touch your retirement fund, consider how taxes and financial aid rules change the math. In this week's Wealth Wise column, we break down the right choice.
Don't dip into your own retirement savings if your child's 529 plan won't cover all their college expenses. The plan can be more flexible than you might think.
College towns are booming retirement hubs, but experts warn that retirees often underestimate the hidden costs. We break down the options for a couple with $3.2 million.
Congress continues to increase the tax and estate planning benefits of 529 plans, making them a must-consider tool for parents and grandparents.
One of the most fortunate events of my life was my first job after college at the Center for Retirement Research at Boston College (CRR). Not because of the salary — I think I earned less than $40K. W...
I received a severence check from my company for the VSP. Boldin says I have enough to spare a 15k car to my daughter which will help her through Grad School. She will be living with me and we have be...
University and college towns offer a mix of cultural activity and healthcare access that appeals to some retirees. But the tax tradeoffs vary significantly depending on where you land.
An early retirement account withdrawal often triggers taxes and penalties.
We're 75 with $3.2 million. Our son is pressuring us to help pay for our granddaughter's college so she can avoid student loans. What should we do?
This parent could use help planning a tour of colleges across the country. Is AI up for the challenge?
We're 54 with $1.8 million saved. My wife wants to start a college fund for our grandchild, but I think we should keep funding our retirement. Who is right?
As my family grows, my wife and I will need to find ways to pay for college. What are the alternatives rather than just using a 529? The post Can We Pay for College Without a 529? appeared first on Th...
Planning for your child's college education can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with skyrocketing tuition costs and countless savings options. This week on the show, we're discussing the ques...
We asked a college savings professional and a financial planning expert for their advice....
Forbes screened nearly 1,000 locales to pick the 25 top places to enjoy retirement, weighing quality of life and leisure offerings from the arts to fine dining to golf....
Planning for your child’s college education can feel overwhelming, especially when faced with skyrocketing tuition costs and countless savings options. This week on the show, we’re discuss...
Are college costs worth it? A degree promises higher earnings, but not always more lifetime wealth. The post Back to School: Is College Still Worth the Cost of Tuition? appeared first on Boldin....
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Answering reader questions about 529 accounts, how to invest them, and how to spend them down. We also discuss ways to help pay for college, and we answer a question about when or if the political cli...
Best Credit Cards for College Students of 2025...
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College grads can help set themselves up for financial independence by focusing on emergency savings, opting into a 401(k) at work (if it's offered) and disciplined, long-term investing....
Not all college degrees lead to big salaries. The hard truth is, passion alone doesn’t pay the bills, and certain majors fall short financially, even decades after graduation. In this gallery, y...
I retired in March of 2024 and decided to go back to school to take a photography class at my local community college. I enjoyed the class so much that I enrolled in another photography class for the ...
As college costs rise, parents are resorting to increasingly costly means to pay for their children's educations. Financial advisors say the loss in retirement savings is rarely recovered....
A degree isn’t required to become a millionaire. Some of the wealthiest people got there not by climbing a corporate ladder, but by owning what others overlooked. The job itself doesn’t ma...
Last week, our son graduated from middle school. He will start high school in a few months. Wow, where did the time go? It feels like he just started preschool ... Read more The post Using AI to Help ...
Only 2 in 5 believe they are saving enough for college as more than 43 million Americans are…...
Here's how you should think about making sure you fund your retirement while also potentially saving for your kids' college education. The post Balancing Retirement and College Savings appeared first ...
College is expensive, let alone picking the wrong degree and paying for it for the next 20 years. You’re told to follow your passion, but passion doesn’t make student loan payments. At som...
Okay, so who spread the rumor that savings are ‘bad, actually’ when thinking about college for kids? I’m aware that ... Read more...
Enrollment in colleges and other types of postsecondary education has bounced back to levels last seen in 2019 led by surging interest in certificate programs....
Picking a degree is one of those decisions people make before they fully understand how money works. You’re told to follow your passion, get a diploma, and everything else will fall into place. ...
If you’re a personal finance enthusiast with kids, you’ve probably wondered: at what household income level will colleges stop offering scholarships and grants (i.e., free money) to help y...
We all know that college has become increasingly expensive. But is it still worth it? This breakdown isn’t about bashing college. It’s a straight look at what college has become and what i...
Online Jobs for College Students: 15 Flexible Ways to Make Money from Anywhere...
From application fees to test prep and consultants, the expenses just to apply to college have some families dipping into education savings long before acceptance letters arrive....
35 Jobs That Pay for College Tuition in 2025...
The eternal questions when it comes to education is whether it is worth paying more for an education at a more expensive institution. The post College Costs What You’re Willing to Pay appeared f...
With dorm room costs rising faster than tuition, this is an option for families that can scrape up a down payment, find a manageable mortgage and maintain the property....
2024 brings the option to roll money from a 529 college savings plan into a Roth IRA. Check out the requirements and when this could make sense for you....
After speaking to dozens of parents, a principal a couple of times, and a financial aid officer, I've determined the biggest financial misconception about applying to college is that you have to be po...
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