In an unusual paradox, it seems like there are huge college education cost bubbles in the United States that makes me question whether semi-known colleges are worth the costs? I think college costs are a paradox in the fact that most of the information that they teach can be found on the internet for free… Continue reading Are High Semi-Known Colleges Worth the Costs?
Category: College
Why The Age-Based 529 College Approach Has Failed For Me
I hate to say this but my college “Age-Based” 529 plan selection has failed to live up to my expectations. It seemed like such a brilliant idea 13 years ago. It was an Age-based plan that in theory would re-balance the asset investment types for me based on the age of my kids. To me… Continue reading Why The Age-Based 529 College Approach Has Failed For Me
Seeing Opportunities That Others May Miss
Two years ago, my son’s soccer team didn’t have a coach for 1 particular season, so our soccer organization asked the parents of my son’s team if one of us wanted to become the coach for that season. I wanted to do it, but my wife talked me out of it because of my lack of experience.… Continue reading Seeing Opportunities That Others May Miss
529 College Savings Plans vs Coverdell ESAs, My Choice
I’ve reviewed both options as saving plans for college, see the links below: Considering A Coverdell Education Savings Account? My 529 College Savings Experience 529 College Saving Plans – Part 2 I personally went with the 529 plan instead of the Coverdell ESA! Why: The Coverdell ESA at one time only allowed an incredible small… Continue reading 529 College Savings Plans vs Coverdell ESAs, My Choice