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my529’s library of articles
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Spring clean your account
As the days grow longer, and the blossoms start blooming, it’s time to embark on a different kind of spring […]
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College Savings Estimator takes the guesswork out of education savings
Hearing about FAFSA confusion, rising student debt and fluctuating interest rates can make saving for higher education feel like a […]
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A quick link to your my529 account
Want easy access to your my529 account on your iPhone? Want easy access to your my529 account on your Android?
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New video details tax advantages of a my529 account
Our new video on my529.org dives in to the tax advantages of having a my529 account. Discover how your educational […]
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my529 updates features to the plan
On March 13, 2024, my529 published a Supplement to the February 15, 2023, Program Description. Please read the Supplement for […]
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A roadmap for their future
The College Savings Plans Network has created a guide to help parents and children prepare for school, higher education and […]
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my529 celebrates America Saves Week with tips to practice saving at any age
America Saves Week is April 8-12 and celebrates daily themes of saving automatically, for the unexpected, for major milestones, paying down […]
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my529 notes FAFSA changes
my529 understands that applying for higher education can be stressful. We are here to help make that process as smooth […]
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Another Morningstar Gold for my529
What Gold means for you In November, Morningstar released its annual 529 industry report naming Utah’s plan as one of […]
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America Saves Week encourages tips to practice at any age
America Saves Week is April 8-12 and celebrates daily themes of saving automatically, for the unexpected, for major milestones, paying […]
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Did you hear about the 2024-2025 FAFSA updates?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has recently undergone changes that you should know about. The new 2024-25 […]
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2023 tax documents available this month
It’s tax season, and my529 will make tax documents available to you this month to help you prepare your 2023 […]
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SECURE 2.0: How it affects 529 plans
Effective January 2024, SECURE 2.0, a new federal law, allows funds from an established 529 account to be transferred tax-free […]
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School payments with peace of mind
Even at the postsecondary level, the phrase “back to school” conjures a seemingly never-ending to-do list. However, one task just […]
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Give a meaningful holiday gift
After the long days of summer, suddenly it feels like autumn makes its appearance overnight. With this same swiftness, seasonal […]
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Withdrawals in your wallet
Sign up for the my529 Access Discover® Prepaid Card in your online account. Pay for qualified expenses with our new […]
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529s aren’t just for 4-year schools
By Anita Kelley, Savings Division Director, State of Alabama Treasurer’s Office So you saved in a 529 plan for your […]
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Utah 2023 state tax benefits information
Depending on their tax-filing status, Utah taxpayers can claim a 4.65 percent tax credit/deduction per qualified beneficiary for contributions to […]
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Avoid debt and alleviate stress
By the end of June 2023, the amount of debt held by U.S. households reached a record $17.06 trillion, according to […]
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Fee drop
my529 reduces admin fee, benefiting 99% of accounts my529 always looks for ways to provide the highest-quality 529 educational savings […]
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Help kids make saving a habit
Car payments. Insurance. Gas. Clothes. School activities. Sports. Dates. The list goes on. Often when teenagers are learning to manage […]
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What to know about withdrawing funds
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Check your account owner information
As you prepare for back to school, it’s a good time to check your account and ensure your information is […]
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Courses uncharted
College students share their wisdom on how to navigate campus, classes and friendships “Before starting college, I wish I knew […]
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How my529’s investment options respond to the market
An interview with my529’s executive director In our January 2023 newsletter, my529 Executive Director Richard Ellis answered some frequently asked questions about […]
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Major payoff: How much is a degree worth?
The value of education As a my529 account owner, you likely believe in the importance of savings, investments and education. […]
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Gold every step of the way
my529 earns 2022 Morningstar Gold rating In November, Morningstar released its annual 529 industry report naming Utah’s plan as one […]
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Navigating uncertain markets
An interview with my529’s executive director Richard Ellis, my529 executive director, sat down to answer some of the frequently asked […]
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my529 supports America Saves Week
In 2022, Americans experienced the largest surge in inflation in 40 years. The Federal Reserve tried to chase down inflation […]
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Utah students win scholarships in art contest
Eight Utah students have each won a $1,000 college savings scholarship in the 2022 Make Your Mark bookmark contest. The […]
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New look for my529’s website
Pages are updated for readability and navigation my529 may have the same address, but it now boasts a brand new […]
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National Apprenticeship Week
my529 recognizes National Apprenticeship Week from November 14-20, 2022, which highlights the value of educational and occupational opportunities available through apprenticeships. Apprentices […]
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Scary 101: Colleges offer spooky studies
Perhaps the most horrifying class you ever encountered began with an instructor announcing “public speaking will be required of all […]
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Give a meaningful gift
After the long days of summer, suddenly it feels as if autumn appeared overnight. It is with this same swiftness […]
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Fill your shopping cart—and your 529 account
Do you need a gallon of milk? Going out for dinner? Back to school shopping? Why not add a few […]
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Early, automated, small amounts—pick your savings strategies
For parents with young children, thinking about higher education much beyond opening a 529 account may feel daunting. After all, […]
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Calculate future scenarios with the College Savings Estimator
It would be nice to be able to predict the future. While we can’t offer you that, we can give […]
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One mom’s experience with preparing for college
By Meredith Sager McNett,my529 Content Creator “It will go by fast,” said every mom I encountered while dragging around my […]
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You asked, we answered. Questions from our account owners.
my529 recently received feedback from surveys on account owner experience. We want to thank all who took the time to […]
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Making the grade for financial literacy
Activities for different ages help teach responsibility with money Learning about money at an early age sets children on a […]
