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A Key to Your Child's Future

You want to give your child the best opportunities available. What about education? Does your financial plan consider the reality of the rising costs of higher education? According to the College Board1, a first-grader today will need about $133,000 to attend a national public university, and more than double that for a private university. We can help you plan for those expenses with a college savings strategy2 that fits your budget and your future needs.

It's never too early to begin saving. So whether you’re a new parent, grandparent, or planning to attend school yourself, college savings plans can help you spend more of your money on education – not on taxes. Starting early is an important component to successful education planning. At Chevy Chase Financial Services2, our Financial Advisors can help you choose the education savings strategy that is appropriate for your needs, risk tolerance and objectives.  Options include, the Coverdell Education Savings Account, which enables parents, relatives, friends and children to save for higher education expenses tax-free. UGMA/UTMA Custodial accounts give parents and other custodians the ability to direct investments while allowing their minor children to be the owner of accounts. 529 College Savings Plans offer investors a tax-advantaged way to save for educational expenses with control over their savings and professionally managed investment options.

For more information regarding 529 College Savings Plans, refer to the tabs below, view these Frequently Asked Questions, or see our College Planning Guide.

To discuss an education savings strategy, including other college savings options, contact Chevy Chase Financial Services at 1-800-451-9963, or complete our online contact form now.

A 529 plan is flexible and affordable, and may offer you tax advantages that you have overlooked. 529 Plan features include:

  • Professionally managed investment portfolios, with a variety of investment options and features
  • Freedom to invest for a child or adult of any age
  • Money may be used at almost any private or public college in the US to pay for tuition, books, housing and other eligible expenses.

Things to consider before investing:

You should consider the investment objectives, investment risk, charges and expenses carefully before investing in a 529 savings plan. The official statement, which contains this and other information, can be obtained by calling your Financial Advisor. Read it carefully before you invest.

College savings plans offered by each state differ significantly in features and benefits. The optimal plan for each investor depends on his or her individual objectives and circumstances. In comparing plans, each investor should consider each plan's investment options, fees and state tax implication.

The availability of tax and other benefits from investing in 529 Plans may be conditioned upon meeting certain requirements. Non-qualified withdrawals are subject to federal and state income tax and a 10% penalty.

529 college savings plans are subject to enrollment, maintenance, administrative and management fees and expenses.  College savings plans offered by each state differ significantly in features and benefits. The optimal plan for each investor depends on his or her individual objectives and circumstances. In comparing plans, you should consider each plan’s investment options, fees and state tax implications.

 

1 The College Board, "Trends in College Pricing," 2006. Includes tuition, fees, room and board, supplies and other college-related expenses for four years. Assumes a five percent annual increase.
2 Securities are offered through Chevy Chase Securities, Inc., member FINRA/SIPC. Annuities and other insurance products are offered through Chevy Chase Insurance Agency, Inc. Both are non-banking subsidiaries of Capital One, N.A.






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