If you’re looking to save money for college, one option to consider is a 529 college savings plan. Created over 20 years ago and named after the section of the tax code that governs them, 529 plans offer a unique combination of features that have made them the 401(k)s of the college savings world. How

You’ve saved for your child’s college education through the years, helped your child research schools, and supervised the application process. Now, thankfully, your child is in college. But you probably can’t disappear just yet–there are still bills to pay. Maybe you underestimated exactly how much financial aid would cover. Or perhaps you knew all along

No matter what your age or stage of life, targeting a goal for monthly retirement income can seem like a daunting task.  The following are four considerations to help you get started. 1. When do you plan to retire? The first question to ponder is your anticipated retirement age. Many people base their target retirement

With the news full of reports about Social Security’s uncertain future,  you might wonder whether you will ever benefit from the Social Security  taxes you pay.  Although this popular social insurance program faces financial challenges, and some reform is certainly likely, Social Security is not only likely to be there for you in the future,