Save for College Using a Trust
Searching for an alternative to scholarships and financial aid? Custodial accounts and trusts are a lucrative way to save for college expenses without the tax burden. Learn what a Crummey Trust can do to maintain control of your money and your child's educational goals. Read More.
Our Top College Resources
We know figuring out how to afford college can be daunting, but you can do it and we can help! If you're looking for more information, check out these Dolan-approved resources Read More.
How to Make the Most of a College Visit
Visiting a potential school? Maximize your time with these tips we picked up during collegiate tours with our daughter, Meredith. Read More.
Four Places to Find Money for College
Even with scholarships and financial aid, chances are you'll still have to pay for part of your child's college education. If a bill is looming, try tapping these alternative sources.
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An Alternative Way to Advance Your Education
Thinking about going back to school but worried about finding the time? Here's an option that puts you in the classroom without disrupting your daily life.
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Child Savings AccountsWhen opening a savings account for your child, make sure their Social Security number is used as the account's tax identification number. That way, as long as your child is under age 14, interest earned will be taxed at your child's lower tax rate, not at your tax rate. This rule holds true as long as your child earns less than $1,800 a year in interest. |
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