College Planning
Help your clients take the worry out of saving for college with news and analysis on student debt, 529 plans and other tax-efficient savings vehicles as well as the colleges and college majors that deliver the most value.
Around the world: Where saving big matters less
By staff WriterAmericans are positively poor at saving money.
July 01, 2013
Unprecedented Muni Deal Will Gut Investors in Alabama Sewer ProjectThe costly sewage system revamp in Jefferson Counly, Ala., looks like a raw deal for muni debt holders who, for the first time, will be forced to accept a loss of principal.
June 25, 2013
Congress Will Punt Student Loan Rate Fix to CFPB: Washington AnalysisAnalysts at Washington Analysis said Monday that they believed Congress will not move forward with legislation aimed at private student loans. Rather, they expect the CFPB will eventually develop private student loan servicing standards.
June 20, 2013
LPL Names Ex-SEC Enforcer Head of Legal, Government RelationsDavid Bergers, former SEC deputy director of enforcement, will be general counsel and lead LPL's legal and government relations efforts.
June 17, 2013
30 Best Paying College Majors for 2013Looking for the big payday after college? The rankings of these college majors are based on data collected from 1,000 universities and graduates with bachelors degrees.
June 14, 2013
7 Famous Dads Who Make Good Financial Role ModelsDespite their wealth and fame, these celebrity fathers have a set a good example in frugality for their kids to follow.
June 12, 2013
Dubai’s Growing Economy Faces High Debt Hurdle in 2014Dubai has been prospering, which is remarkable, considering that it faced down default in 2009. However, there may be storm clouds on the horizon.
June 07, 2013
529 plans: Dealing with the bad and the goodWhat if the account owner dies? Or lucks out and saves too much? Here's what to do.