Saving for College

Many parents want to get a jump-start on college savings, and the smartest strategy depends on a family's own financial situation.
Whether you can afford to set aside $25 per month or $28,000 per child each year, one savings option offers a universal fit for most families -- the 529 college savings plan.
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Back in 1980, the average annual cost of attending a year of undergraduate college was about $3,500, including tuition, room and board.Read more ›

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