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A Guide to 529 Plan Withdrawals

With the cost of tuition rising faster than inflation, saving for college early is critical.  A quality education must be planned for from an early age–sometimes even from birth.  Parents who wish to help pay for their children’s college education have a number of different investment options.  Currently, the most popular investment vehicle for college [...]

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Why a Target Retirement Fund May Be Right For You

Retirement may seem like something that is ages away.  You are young and enjoying life, why should you worry about retirement?  Well, it turns out that now is the BEST time to start planning for retirement.  The sooner you start saving, the more freedom you will have when that time comes. Although the number varies [...]

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How to Choose a 529 Plan for College Savings

One of the most important decisions newly married couples will need to make is whether or not they will help fund their future children’s college education. If you decide that you do, in fact, want to help out, a 529 plan is probably your best option for saving up the money. A 529 plan allows [...]

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Saving Just a Little Can Go a Long Way

In the world of personal finance, a healthy amount of savings is one of the most important things you can own. Many people suggest saving at least 10%-20% of your income each month. Now, these percentages may seem overwhelming to some people. Those who do not have a high income often find themselves so tight [...]

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