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How Gen Z can maximize their summer earnings

The summer job economic outlook is sunny for young people looking to enter the workforce. More teens between 16 and […]

Summer just started — here’s why you should be thinking of fall withdrawals

School is out for the summer, grills are fired up for barbecue season and summer vacations are in full swing. […]

Summer saving strategies for your my529 account

Summer is almost here, and with the change of season comes new opportunities to help you hit your savings goals. […]

How can ‘extra’ 529 funds be used?

Money in 529 accounts can be used for any qualified education expense, such as tuition, room and board (as long […]

A gift for the future: Graduation gifting with my529

Spring means high school graduations, elementary and middle school promotions, and an opportunity to mark another milestone in your child’s […]

my529 celebrates America Saves Week with tips to practice saving at any age

America Saves Week is April 7-11, with daily themes focused on saving — be it automatically, for the unexpected, for major […]

New executive director takes the helm of my529 

As Richard Ellis retires, we are thrilled to announce the appointment of our new executive director, Mark Cain, effective April […]
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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 […]

Updated my529 Program Description available now

my529 issued a new Program Description dated March 19, 2025. You can read and download the document at my529.org here, […]

Plant your college savings this spring

Are your investments on track to meet your goals to pay for higher education? The my529 College Savings Estimator is a free […]

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