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House Tax Bill Adds MAGA Accounts And Expands 529 Plans

House Tax Bill Adds MAGA Accounts And Expands 529 Plans

Breaking down the House Ways and Means Committee Budget Reconciliation Bill, as it relates to higher education, student loans, and education tax bene…

What Are Qualified Expenses For A 529 Plan (And What Doesn’t Count)?

What Are Qualified Expenses For A 529 Plan (And What Doesn’t Count)?

Wondering what are qualified expenses for a 529 plan? Here's exactly what can and can't be covered by your 529 college savings plan. The post What Ar…

Why I Still Don’t Love 529s (even with 529-to-Roth rollover)

Why I Still Don’t Love 529s (even with 529-to-Roth rollover)

From the inbox: Jeremy, I remember that you aren’t a big fan of 529s. But now that you can move excess 529 funds into a Roth IRA (thanks to Sec…

States Push Back On 529 Plan Churning With Withdrawal Limits

States Push Back On 529 Plan Churning With Withdrawal Limits

Some states are cracking down on 529 plan churning (simply running funds through without investing). Learn which rules might reduce your tax savings.…

Ask HTM: Responding to a Rental App Denial, Crummy 529 Plans, and Buying Land as an Investment for Family – Episode 961

Ask HTM: Responding to a Rental App Denial, Crummy 529 Plans, and Buying Land as an Investment for …

Let’s dive into the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don’t just stand on the sidelines- if you have a ques…

How To Use A 529 Plan For Estate Planning

How To Use A 529 Plan For Estate Planning

Wondering if it would be beneficial to use a 529 plan for estate planning? We explain when that strategy could make sense and how to do it. The post …

How To Gift Money To A 529 Plan

How To Gift Money To A 529 Plan

Want to gift money to a 529 plan? Learn the best ways to contribute, tax rules to know, and how to avoid common mistakes when giving to college savin…

529 Plan Strategies For A Stock Market Drop

529 Plan Strategies For A Stock Market Drop

With the stock market down, should families adjust their 529 plan investments? Learn the best strategies based on your child’s age. The post 529 Plan…

529 Insanity

529 Insanity

You don't need $1 million in a 529. A 529 doesn't have to pay for everything either. Here's how to break away from the 529 lunacy. The post 529 Insan…

Are There Time Limits Or Age Limits On 529 Plans?

Are There Time Limits Or Age Limits On 529 Plans?

529 plans have no time limits or age limits. Learn how long you can keep and use education savings funds. The post Are There Time Limits Or Age Limit…


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MtoM #221: Pharmacist Builds a Real Estate Empire and Punches Out in 10 Years and Finance 101: 529s

MtoM #221: Pharmacist Builds a Real Estate Empire and Punches Out in 10 Years and Finance 101: 529s

Today we are talking with a Pharmacist who has reached FI in his 30s. While his career has been in pharmacy he was always committed to building a big…

Ask HTM - Responding to a Rental App Denial, Crummy 529 Plans, and Buying Land as an Investment for Family #961

Ask HTM - Responding to a Rental App Denial, Crummy 529 Plans, and Buying Land as an Investment for…

Let’s dive into the week with some fresh listener questions we have lined up for you! And don't just stand on the sidelines- if you have a ques…

Q&A: $4M Invested in a Single Stock, 529 Account Loopholes, & Dividing Expenses When Married

Q&A: $4M Invested in a Single Stock, 529 Account Loopholes, & Dividing Expenses When Married

In this week’s episode of the Rich Habits Podcast, Robert Croak and Austin Hankwitz answer your questions!---👉 Listen to ⁠The Rundown⁠ podcast by Pub…

Are There Time Limits Or Age Limits On 529 Plans?

Are There Time Limits Or Age Limits On 529 Plans?

For families saving for education expenses, 529 plans remain one of the most flexible and long-lasting options available.Unlike other college savings…

Can A 529 Plan Be Used For Dual Enrollment?

Can A 529 Plan Be Used For Dual Enrollment?

Dual enrollment allows you to earn college credit while you’re still in high school. Doing so can help you save money on the total cost of your educa…

Getting Personal With Personal Finance |  Laura And Ginger | Ep 529

Getting Personal With Personal Finance | Laura And Ginger | Ep 529

Laura's shares how she transitioned from a high-stress academic career to retirement. Discover the challenges of job identity, financial planning dis…

What Are The Best 529 Plans Based On Performance?

What Are The Best 529 Plans Based On Performance?

529 plan performance is tough to measure - it's not just the investment returns, but it's also about the tax benefits and fees.Minimizing costs is us…

WCI #399: 529s, UTMAs, and HSAs

WCI #399: 529s, UTMAs, and HSAs

Today Dr. Dahle Dr. Dahle is answering your questions off the speakpipe. We talk about dynasty 529s, UTMAs and the tax benefits of contributing to th…

MtoM #201: Financial Planner Becomes a Millionaire and Finance 101: Overfunded 529 Accounts

MtoM #201: Financial Planner Becomes a Millionaire and Finance 101: Overfunded 529 Accounts

Today we are talking to a financial planner who has become a millionaire. This planner initially planned on going to dental school but changed his mi…

529 Plan Ownership Rules Explained

529 Plan Ownership Rules Explained

529 plans offer a dedicated way to save for education costs. Generally, parents or grandparents open up 529 accounts to build up a war chest for the …


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