Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about investing, retirement, & workplace savings plans. When most people hear “529 plan,” they immediately think of ...

There’s a new rule in place that makes 529 plans an even more attractive way to save for your child’s education. As of last year, unused funds in a 529 plan can be transferred into a Roth IRA. As a ...

A parent in their late 30s recently asked a question that hit a nerve with many middle-class families: Should you cut back on retirement savings so your kids can have the best childhood possible? With ...

How much you should be saving for college for your child? It's one of the biggest questions we get asked almost everyday. How much should we have in a 529 plan? How much should we save for college?

Have your adult children mentioned their kids don’t need any more toys and they don’t want random “stuff” this holiday season? While you might be accustomed to placing dozens of packages under the ...