FAFSA for 2025-2026 School Year Opens December 1
The FAFSA for the 2025–2026 school year will open on December 1. From understanding the Student Aid Index to creating your FSA ID, we’ve got tips to help you navigate the process smoothly.
Federal Appeals Court Blocks SAVE Student Loan Repayment Plan
The U.S. Court of Appeals blocked the SAVE student loan repayment plan, leaving millions of borrowers in limbo. The plan, which promised lower monthly payments and faster forgiveness, now faces an uncertain future as the legal battle continues.
Interest Rates on Federal Student Loans Jump to Decade Highs for 2024-2025 Year
The 2024-2025 interest rate for undergraduate Direct Loans is the highest in over a decade, while the rates for graduate Direct Loans and graduate and parent PLUS Loans are at the highest level in more than 20 years.
Saving for College: 529 Plans vs. Roth IRAs
Big news for college savings and retirement planning! Starting in 2024, you can roll over extra funds from a 529 plan into a Roth IRA for the same beneficiary. Compare the key features of these two tax-advantaged accounts to see which might be best for your family’s future.
New SAVE Repayment Plan Offers Key Benefits
The Department of Education’s new SAVE Plan is revolutionizing federal student loan repayment! Enjoy lower payments, full interest subsidies, and more with this generous income-driven plan.
FAFSA Glitches Delay College Financial Aid Awards for 2024-25
Due to 2024-25 FAFSA rollout and processing delays, students may receive their college financial aid packages late this spring for the next school year.
Smart Estate Planning: Assets That Work Best for Your Heirs
Many of us have retirement or investment accounts, bank accounts, and insurance policies. These assets are highly desirable inheritances for your heirs because they are easy to value.
Navigating New Rules: Roth IRA Rollover Options for Unused 529 Plan Funds
Chief Investment Officer Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA, Managing Associate Jarrett McKenzie, CFP®, and Associate Adam Stadalius, CFP®, take a deeper dive into the SECURE Act 2.0 provision allowing for Roth IRA rollovers from a 529 Plan.
Found Money: Should You Use an Old 401(k) to Pay Off a Child’s Student Loans?
Chief Investment Officer Troy Harmon, CFA, CVA, and Associates Peter Lynch and Josh Weidie, CFP®, CWS®, advise a family about missed opportunities when taking a payout from a 401(k) to pay off their child’s student loans.
A New Year, A New Opportunity to Save with a 529 Plan
Invest in your child’s bright future in 2024! We explain why 529 plans are more flexible than ever, and why you should consider a 529 plan for tax-free education savings.