Grandparent Aid for College Costs

Grandparent Aid for College Costs

Many grandparents would like to help their grandchildren with the steep costs of higher education. That’s often a laudable goal, but some methods of providing this assistance might be more effective than other tactics. Gifting aid for college costs The simplest tactic...
7 last-minute ways to save taxes

7 last-minute ways to save taxes

The year is quickly drawing to a close, but there’s still time to take steps to reduce your 2015 tax liability and save taxes — but you just must act by December 31: Pay your 2015 property tax bill that’s due in early 2016. Make your January 1 mortgage payment. Incur...
The 529 plan: A tax-smart way to fund college expenses

The 529 plan: A tax-smart way to fund college expenses

If you’re saving for college, consider a Section 529 plan. Although contributions aren’t deductible for federal purposes, plan assets can grow tax-deferred. (Some states do offer tax incentives for contributing, North Carolina does not as of the date of this article.)...
Facing College Costs

Facing College Costs

Even relatively modest costs for higher education can be daunting for many families. Therefore, parents should consider starting funds to pay college costs for their children as early as possible. Creating a designated account for higher education may help you avoid...