It’s my annual "Taxes from A to Z" series! For the series, I’ll focus on terms that you might see on your tax forms and statements but not necessarily in the headlines. If you’re wondering whether you ...

When considering how to fund a child’s college education, many parents turn to an obvious place, a 529 account. A 529 plan offers tax advantages for saving and the ability to invest in potentially ...

Planning for a child’s education requires careful consideration of several factors, including asset ownership, tax implications (including FICA taxes) and financial aid eligibility. Two popular ...

A few months ago the federal government took two actions that parents of college-bound kids need to know about. One could be a boon to financial-aid applicants. The other closes the “ladder tax” ...

Until recently, astute high-net-worth parents wishing to fund their children's future education expenses could save a bundle in taxes by transferring money or investments to accounts established under ...

Many parents and grandparents want to set money aside for a child’s future but aren’t sure of the best way to do it. One option that often flies under the radar is using a UTMA (Uniform Transfers to ...