College Planning
Help your clients take the worry out of saving for college with news and analysis on student debt, 529 plans and other tax-efficient savings vehicles as well as the colleges and college majors that deliver the most value.
Millennials mired in worth gap as older Americans recoup wealth
By Jeanna SmialekThe damage inflicted on U.S. households by the collapse of the housing market and recession wasnt evenly distributed.
March 19, 2014
Mortgage payments take priority over credit cardsTransUnion examined the delinquency spread between mortgages and credit cards over the past decade.
March 13, 2014
New Italian Government: Will Promises Pay Off for Investors?The new prime minister, Matteo Renzi, has made big promises for the Italian economy, but delivery may be difficult.
March 12, 2014
Grandparents Flocking to 529 College Savings Plans to Help GrandchildrenGrandparents are increasingly committed to pitching in to help pay their grandchildrens college expenses, a study released by Legg Mason found.
March 12, 2014
New Hire Roundup: Charlson to Head Morningstar Alternative Funds ResearchMeanwhile, the American Benefits Council names new board members and officers, and CFPB adds experts to senior posts.
March 12, 2014
529 college savings plan assets edge up in Q4 2013Total 529 savings plan assets hit $204.5 billion in the fourth quarter of 2013, a 6.9 percent rise from the third quarter.
March 12, 2014
529 college savings plan assets edge up in Q4 2013Total 529 savings plan assets hit $204.5 billion in the fourth quarter of 2013, a 6.9 percent rise from the third quarter.
March 04, 2014
RIAs want more investment options in 529 plansRIAs concerns about the fees imposed by providers of 529 college savings plans has increased by more than half.