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Why a 529 Beats a Roth IRA when Saving for College

Why a 529 Beats a Roth IRA when Saving for College

by Danny Cieniewicz | Sep 28, 2023 | Paying for College, Saving for College

 If you’re looking to pay for college, there are no shortage of possibilities.  You are probably familiar with the most popular account, the 529 plan. The 529 plan has been around since 1996. These are typically going to be issued by the state of your residence....
Budgeting for College: The 5 Sources

Budgeting for College: The 5 Sources

by Danny Cieniewicz | Sep 8, 2023 | Paying for College, Saving for College

When it comes to saving and specifically PAYING for college, it’s vital to have a budget. With any good plan, it’s ideal that a project come in under budget, but life doesn’t always happen that way. Budgeting for college can feel like a challenge, but knowing the...
College Planning Case Study

College Planning Case Study

by Danny Cieniewicz | Aug 10, 2023 | Paying for College, Saving for College

For many families out there, they may not yet be familiar with how TheCollegeDude has helped families pay for college. I wanted to provide an example of what that looks like, and how this could apply to your situation. I created a college planning case study for that...
Saving for College or Retirement?

Saving for College or Retirement?

by Danny Cieniewicz | Aug 2, 2023 | College, Paying for College, Saving for College

The question presented is one that I see quite a bit for many parents of adolescents today. First, let’s look at the landscape. College is expensive. REALLY expensive. It’s darn near impossible to cash flow or save for four years of school for a child, let...
529 Plan or High Yield Savings Account?

529 Plan or High Yield Savings Account?

by Danny Cieniewicz | Jul 26, 2023 | 529 Plans, Saving for College, Taxes

When choosing the best option to invest for college, many folks have questions which is the way to go. I’ve seen many people asking, should I use a 529 plan or a high-yield savings account? Unfortunately, I think the question itself stems from a...
Tax Tips for Grandparents Paying for College

Tax Tips for Grandparents Paying for College

by Danny Cieniewicz | Jun 17, 2023 | 529 Plans, Paying for College

As the cost of higher education continues to rise, it’s common to see grandparents stepping in to support their grandchildren’s college expenses. It can be a wonderful gift for a grandparent who wants to see a grandchild benefit from a college education....
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