The sooner, the better. That’s the best approach to any saving plan.
Children’s education ranks right after parents’ retirement as an investment priority for families. Factors to consider include:
- How much you expect college to cost
- How much of the cost you plan to cover
- How long until the money is needed
- How much you can afford to contribute on a regular basis
Be certain that you are allocating enough toward your own retirement, and have an adequate amount set aside in an emergency fund.
Contributing: Isabelle Wiemero
Learn more
Smarter saving for college, a Money Talk Video with Isabelle Wiemero (includes links to further resources)
College Finance – How to save, by Isabelle Wiemero
College Finance- How much to help, by Isabelle Wiemero
The power of compounding, a Money Talk Video with Dave Sandstrom
Parents: Put Your Retirement First, by Brian Kilb
Student loan debt impact, by Paige Radke
Saving for College, from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
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(initially posted March 31, 2017)
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