24 Apr Retirement distributions and financial aid don’t mix well

Posted at 19:00h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College, Retirement

Retirement withdrawals will impact financial aid. ...

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17 Apr A primer on spending college savings accounts

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How to use 529 plans, Coverdells and custodial accounts to your greatest advantage. ...

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17 Apr Inherited IRAs, taxes and college funding

Posted at 11:27h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College, Retirement

Distributions from inherited IRAs could impact financial aid....

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14 Apr Can my student be considered “independent” for financial aid?

Posted at 11:03h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College

It's not easy to declare your student "independent."...

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09 Apr Using 529 funds for pre-college program

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You may lose a 529 plan's tax advantages if you don't follow the rules. ...

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27 Mar What to do with a tax refund

Posted at 11:17h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College, Taxes

Before you use your refund for college savings, check the rest of your finances. ...

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23 Mar What you should know about student loans

Posted at 13:53h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College, Credit

College borrowing can have long-term consequences. ...

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12 Mar Planning for college for multiple kids

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Making the decision: how much tuition is too much?...

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09 Mar Do I qualify for college tax breaks?

Posted at 11:57h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College, Taxes

There are some very helpful college tax deductions and credits -- if you qualify. ...

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06 Mar Ideas to pay for a grandchild’s college

Posted at 12:48h in Ask NJMoneyHelp, College

A 529 Plan is a smart way to save for a grandchild's college education. ...

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