Financial expert Ross Mac breaks down some of the most common college savings plans. AKIKO FUJITA: All eyes are on the Supreme Court this week, as we get decisions on a number of important cases.

Kids change their minds a lot, so it’s understandable parents might be nervous to lock away money in a college savings plan. After all, what if your child decides to skip college or drop out?

Dear Liz: Please write a comparison of 529 college savings plans versus using I bonds for education. I had given baby gifts of 529 funds to grandkids before they had their first birthdays.

May 9—(StatePoint) If you're like many Americans, college savings may be taking a back seat to other financial priorities right now. Financial advisors want you to know that there are options to ...

There are a variety of options for where to save for college, including 529 plans, Roth IRAs and savings bonds. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

Editor’s note: This is part three of a three-part series about college 529 savings plans. Part one is When Choosing Funds for Your College 529 Plan, Don’t Make This Mistake, and part two is ...

We started saving early using 529 college savings plans for each child. Our eldest was 4 when we discovered the advantages of the 529 plan, thanks to our financial planner. We later opened ...

All 50 states offer at least one 529 savings plan, but which one is right for you? Here's a closer look at the best 529 college savings plan options. Why we picked it: The Illinois Bright Start ...

Broadly speaking, there are three ways to pay for college: current income, future income (student loans), and past income (savings). While the best approach for you depends on your unique ...