Saturday, April 22, 2006

Rules unclear for grandparents' 529 (Student Loan) plan


Rules unclear for grandparents' 529 plan
It's hard to say whether their generosity might affect other grants, because regulations are poorly written and contradictory, says the College Money Guru.

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Rules unclear for grandparents' 529 plan
Dear College Money Guru, I just read your column about a parent saving for a child's education using a 529. What if it is a grandparent that opens the account?

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