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Should We Use a 529 Plan for K-12 Expenses?

By Patrick Amy The new tax law enacted in late 2017 extended the use of 529s to include not only secondary education, but K-12 as well.  This potentially provides some tax savings opportunities for parents (or others) who need to determine if using a 529 makes sense...

How to Avoid Breaking the Bank on Back to School

The beginning of the school year is undoubtedly a very exciting and very expensive time for parents.  It has historically been the second-largest shopping season of the year, second only to the winter holiday season. According to the National Retail Federation,...

2 Things that New Parents Should Not Put Off (But Usually Do)

There are countless things to consider and evaluate when you become a parent. In addition to all of the new furniture purchases, college planning, budget changes, and baby-proofing, there are two very important things that new parents need to review: Life Insurance...

6 Questions About 529 Plans

By Lucas Bucl If you’re saving for your child’s higher education, you probably have a lot of questions besides “When did college get so incredibly expensive?” One popular savings tool that I encounter with clients is the 529 Plan.  Started in the late 1980s and...

Life in a Jar – Determining Your Priorities

By Jamie Bosse This short story was shared with me by a dear colleague of mine and I have seen different versions of it pop up here and there.  I think it is an awesome reminder of what we need to focus on in life, so I wanted to share it: When things in your life...