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…
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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…
10 Ways to Save Money for College Tuition
When it comes time for your child to attend college, you want to ensure there are sufficient funds saved for them to do so. While saving for college takes a…
Starting a College Fund for Babies
Let’s be honest. The cost of college continues to rise every year. So it’s a good idea to start saving for your child’s college education as soon as they’re born.…
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…
Time Can be Your Friend
People live by the calendar and operate by the clock. When you are late turning in your papers, your grade gets lowered. When you don’t pay your bills, you get…