Are you a parent trying to figure out how you’ll pay for your kid’s college some day? Having your parents set up their own 529 plan for your child is a win-win. Your child will get the benefit of having some of their education expenses covered, and your parents can retain control of their investment while enjoying tax benefits. And YOU will know what to ask for in lieu of more clothes and toys your kid won’t use!
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Your Savings Rate is More Important Than Your Rate of Return
Your rate of return means nothing if you have no savings. Too often we get caught up trying to find the right investment, thinking that “the one” will make us wealthy. Forget the nonsense. Focus on the rate you control: the amount that you’re saving.
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