Every state offers a different 529 plan—here’s how to pick the best one for you
May 29 is nationally recognized at 529 College Savings Day, a day (mostly celebrated by a niche group of higher education experts and personal finance enthusiasts) to draw attention to the tax-advantaged savings plans offered by all 50 states and the District of Columbia.
First created in 1996, 529 plans are state-sponsored investment accounts that savers can contribute to for a beneficiary’s education expenses including tuition, fees, books, housing and technology. Savers can choose any individual…