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.
QE2’s Main Effect Is Weakening the Dollar; Bank Execs Speak
By Ben WarwickThe Fed's large scale asset purchases will not move the needle of economic growth; the real benefit is a further weakening of the U.S. dollar relative to other currencies.
October 28, 2010
9 Best Foundations That Aid Education of Disadvantaged Students: Philanthropy StudyA report released Tuesday by the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy examined the cycle of unequal educational access and opportunities faced by U.S. students from marginalized communities.
October 09, 2010
At FPA Denver, ‘Financial Planning Day’ Draws Hundreds Looking for HelpOver 100 Certified Financial Planners descended on the Colorado Convention Center in Denver to assist the general public with their financial planning needs.
October 06, 2010
Connecticut Taps The Hartford to Launch Advisor-Sold 529 PlanConnecticut Treasurer Denise Nappier announced Wednesday that, after a competitive bid process, she has selected The Hartford Financial Services Group to launch and manage CHET Advisor, a new advisor-sold 529 college savings program for state residents.
October 05, 2010
San Francisco Mayor Wants College Accounts for KindergartenersDeposits would be small but the hope is that they will pay huge dividends
September 21, 2010
Legacy Financial Advisors raises funds for disabled local actorIn an effort to raise funds for the Northeast Spinal Cord Injury Association and the Zachery Weinstein foundation, Legacy Financial Advisors Inc., Milford, Mass., sponsored the fourth annual Codger Cup at Wedgewood Pines, Stow, Mass. Click the headline for the full story.
September 17, 2010
FPA Releases 2010-2011 Financial Planning Salary SurveyWomen financial planners earn 96% when compared with their male counterparts
September 17, 2010
FPA Releases 2010-2011 Financial Planning Salary SurveyDespite a tough job market, nearly half of financial planning firms report they plan to hire additional staff in the next 12 months. That's one...