A report set to be released today by Morningstar selects the best and worst of the 529 college-savings plans and suggests that the recession has brought to light flaws in the plans. For example, some of the popular "age-based" plans, which shift money to more conservative investments as the student nears college age, are actually riskier than previously thought.
Showing posts with label 529 plans. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 529 plans. Show all posts
Thursday, April 23, 2009
Downturn shines spotlight on 529 plans
A report set to be released today by Morningstar selects the best and worst of the 529 college-savings plans and suggests that the recession has brought to light flaws in the plans. For example, some of the popular "age-based" plans, which shift money to more conservative investments as the student nears college age, are actually riskier than previously thought.
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