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Saving for Education (PDF)
Get in-depth information on putting together a practical college savings plan, including a cost overview, financial aid provisions, tax-advantaged savings programs and ways to save more on your own.

Are You Saving Enough for College Costs?
Sending someone to college can be expensive. If you've already started saving, you're probably wondering if you will have enough saved when the time comes. Our education planning tools and calculators can help.

Tax Benefits for 529 Plans
The Pension Protection Act of 2006 made permanent the federal income tax exclusion for qualified withdrawals from 529 plans. Details here.

Using Mutual Funds to Save for College
Mutual funds can fit into your college savings plan in several ways. Here's how to make the most of them.

Four Advantages of 529 College Savings Plans (PDF)
Learn about the state and federal tax benefits available through these state-sponsored plans.

Private Colleges Make Prepaid Tuition Plan Available (PDF)
Independent 529 Plan lets you prepay private college costs at a savings.

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