I invested $200K in my daughter’s 529 plan. She doesn’t want to go to college. What should I do with this money?

Dear Quentin, I saved a significant amount of money ($200,000) for my daughter’s 529 account, but she doesn’t want to go to ...
The Morning Journal

Investing for the future with 529 accounts | Paul Pahoresky

As an accountant and business advisor I sometimes get questions about the pros and cons of 529 Plan contributions. I’ve seen ...
The Macomb Daily

Does a 529 plan affect financial aid?

A 529 college savings plan can be a powerful tool when saving for future education expenses because investments in the plan can increase tax-free, but many savers don’t take full advantage of all the ...

Can you use a 529 Plan to pay student loans? Things to consider as a borrower

The SECURE Act of 2019 allows 529 college savings plans to be used for student loan repayment and registered apprenticeship programs, as this expands the traditional use of 529 pla ...
Financial Advisor

Roth Rollover Option Heightens Interest In 529 Plans, Survey Says

A new Roth IRA conversion option for unused money in 529 college savings plans, which went into effect this year, is likely to spur more college savings, according to a new survey from Saving For ...

I accidentally deposited $10,000 instead of $1,000 into my daughter’s 529 account. Is there a way I can withdraw the $9,000 without paying a penalty?

While many people don't have an extra $9,000 to spare, leaving the funds in the 529 account might make the most sense if you ...
CBS News

Worried about your 529 college savings account? Here's what financial planners say to do.

The stock market's wild ride is having an impact on families who use a 529 college savings account, a tax-free way for parents to save for educational expenses. There are 17 million active 529 ...