Roth IRAs and 529 plans have a similar tax modus operandi: both are funded with after-tax dollars and contributions accumulate tax deferred. But should you use a Roth IRA to save money for college? We explain in this week’s Financial Tip.
529 Plan account owners can now transfer funds without federal tax consequences from a 529 plan to an ABLE account, a tax-advantaged account for disability-related expenses for individuals who become blind or disabled before age 26. We explain in this week’s Financial Tip.
With more than 70 private schools in Cobb County, Bil Lako, CFP®, explains how you can now use 529 Plan assets for tuition. Read the Article in today’s Marietta Daily Journal
Principal Jennifer J. Thomas, CFP®, and Managing Associate D.J. Barker, CWS®, join Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA to discuss the changes the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act made to 529 Plans, now allowing withdrawals of up to $10,000 for private elementary and high school tuition.
Did you know you can borrow too much money for college? Learn the general guidelines for borrowing in this week’s Financial Tip.
Financial aid is confusing—you got that right! But don’t be misled by these five misconceptions. Read all about it in this week’s Financial Tip.
This week, Senior Associate Jarrett McKenzie, CFP®, CWS®, joins hosts Bil Lako, CFP®, and Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA to cover Private College 529 Plans that allow you to lock in today’s tuition prices at select private colleges and universities nationwide.
In today’s Marietta Daily Journal, Bil Lako, CFP®, shares tips on how grandparents can help toward higher education costs.
The IRS has expanded what falls under “qualified higher education expenses” for 529 Plans. Read all about it in this week’s Tax Tip.
This week, Research Analyst Nick Antonucci, CVA, Managing Associate K.C. Smith, CFP®, and Senior Associate Jarrett McKenzie, CFP®, CWS®, cover a financial planning situation about investors who want to help fund college education savings for their grandchildren. They cover the benefits for both 529 Plans and Roth IRAs.
