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10 Things You Didn't Know About Saving For College

The Huffington Post | Bonnie Kavoussi | Posted 05.29.2012

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It may not sound as exciting as Bubble Bath Day (January 8) or National Chili Day (February 22), but May 29 has been dubbed 529 Day by many states in ...

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Peace of Mind for Parents of Children With Disabilities

Sen. Bob Casey | Posted 02.15.2012

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Sen. Bob Casey

Nearly 1 in 5 Americans has a disability. Many are children who have long, productive lives ahead of them. Under current law, these young people cannot save more than $2,000 in assets without losing health care and other federal benefits.

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College Savings Plans Should Not Be Defined as Gifts

Liz Mandarano | Posted 05.25.2011

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Liz Mandarano

While the topic is hot, Congress and the White House should take the opportunity to exclude investments in college savings plans from the estate and gift tax regulations -- just as they do tuition.

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Not a Millionaire? Better Study Gift Tax Rules

Jason Alderman | Posted 11.17.2011

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Jason Alderman

Millionaires can probably skip this column. Most likely they've already got a team of financial professionals advising them about the best ways to pas...

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Turn the Tooth Fairy Into a Teachable Moment

Jason Alderman | Posted 11.17.2011

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Jason Alderman

Thanks to cherished family traditions like birthday celebrations and presents from Santa and the Tooth Fairy, today's children are often bombarded wit...

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