(August 31, 2022) - It’s September, which is National College Savings Month! This is the month when we officially recognize the importance of saving for post-high school education and training. Let’s face it, college is expensive, and getting more so with every passing year. College Savings Month is a great reminder for families to put money away for their student’s future education expenses.
(KNDU-TV, May 19, 2022) - Teaching your teens how to budget is important, especially since many high schools don't offer financial classes.
Read helpful tips from Lisa Bugas, the business development manager at Numerica at NBCrightnow.com
(Seattle Times, May 25, 2022) - "It’s easy to transfer 529 funds when a student switches colleges, but what if they opt to not attend college at all? In this scenario, there are several options."
Read more at SeattleTimes.com
(Seattle Refined, May 18, 2022) - In recent years, the rising cost of higher education may have led you to question whether your child should pursue a degree. However, research has shown that, in the long run, degrees increase earning potential and raise the likelihood of career advancement.
Families who save for college would get tax cuts plus the option to roll unused savings into a child’s retirement account under a bipartisan bill sponsored by U.S. Sens. Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire and Susan Collins of Maine.
The 529 plan you choose can have a big impact on your total savings when it’s time to pay for college. However, a family’s needs may change over time and sometimes it makes sense to switch 529 plans.
Read more at savingforcollege.com
(April 22, 2022) - Luke Minor, Director of WA529 Washington’s College Savings Plans chats with TV Tacoma's Amanda Westbrooke on CityLine.
(April 15,2022) It is never too late or too early to engage kids in meaningful conversations about their futures. A lot of kids start talking about what they want to be when they grow up at an early age. Many change their minds a hundred times, while others are still unsure as they approach high school graduation. Encouraging kids to think about what they enjoy can help their dreams take shape. WA529 has something exciting this spring to get the conversation started!
(March 16, 2022) It is already that time. Although we don’t want to admit it, we must. It’s tax season. Those two words alone can make teeth grind and headaches emerge. Most of us will ask ourselves “When will I have the time and energy?” seemingly over and over before finally sitting down to get started. Not only that, but are all documents and passwords needed to file in order? While these are dreaded questions, there is another that brings a bit of joy and hopefulness. If receiving a refund, where should it go how will I use it?
