How to Explain Voting and the Election to Kids
When kids see political ads or hear adults talk about the election, it’s natural for them to be a little curious. My own daughter just asked the other day, “Mom,…
It’s best to start planning and saving for college tuition early on. Start preparing for your kid’s future today with our list of college tuition articles.
My Journey to Opening a UNest Account
by Garrett Gilbertson A few years ago I did a self-audit where I consider the direction my life is going and what I needed to do to better align my…
How to Help Your Kids Trick or Treat Safely
Never mind ghosts and goblins — there’s a more insidious character lurking the streets. Yes, the novel coronavirus pandemic is on everyone’s mind, including during Halloween. And when infectious disease…
529 Plan Contribution Limits: How Much for 2020?
A 529 plan is the ideal way to save for college. It’s a tax-advantaged account that can help cover the cost of tuition, books, room and board, and other qualifying…
What are the Top Saving for College Options?
There are a variety of reasons you may want to save for your child’s college. Maybe you’d like them to graduate college without a huge financial burden. Or perhaps your…
Back to School Goal: Start a UNest Account
It’s Never, Ever Too Late to Save for College — Even for High Schoolers. Here’s How You Do It! written by Melissa Brock As you start to tentatively peel back…
Garrett’s Story: Saving for College as a Single Dad
As a 34-year-old single dad to an amazing and sometimes challenging 6-year old little girl, I’ve spent a lot of time thinking about my daughter’s future and ensuring she is…
How to Start Saving for a College Savings Account
While higher education may still feel far off for your little one, getting a head start on setting up a college savings account for your child is one of the…
Coverdell ESA vs 529 Plan: Which One to Choose?
For parents looking to invest in their children’s future by getting a jump-start today on saving for college expenses, there are two primary college savings plans you should get familiar…
Solved: You Don’t Need to Be Rich to Invest
What do you feel when you learn about other families’ successful kids? Jealousy? Joy? Curiosity about how they accomplished it? Maybe a bit of everything? However you feel, you want…