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529s and Financial Aid

Topic

General Principles of Financial Planning

Program ID

196385

Hours

1

Format

Live

Complexity

Overview

Description

CollgeInvest’s education team will present valuable information about how 529 plans work, the taxable implications of their use, and how they can affect financial aid. This course will ensure financial professionals have the information and understanding needed to engage and educate their clients on the correct times to consider the use of any states 529 plan.

Learning Objectives

During this course participants will: • Learn 529 basics • Differentiate between Federal tax provisions and State tax advantages • Recognize different financial aid methodologies • Understand the impact of account ownership and withdrawals on financial aid • Learn both the federal and institutional financial aid methodologies