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Use the 529 Grandparent Loophole To Maximize College Savings
Use the 529 grandparent loophole to fund a grandchild’s education without impacting their financial aid eligibility.
By Erin Bendig Published
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Why Poor Job Interviews Hurt Both Employers and Job Seekers
An interviewer who isn’t aware of their own biases can draw the wrong conclusions about a job candidate or even get conned.
By H. Dennis Beaver, Esq. Published
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Tax Tips for Transferring Excess 529 Plan Funds to Roth IRAs: The Tax Letter
The Tax Letter 529 plans can help blunt the cost of paying for college. But if you want to use leftover funds there are some tax tips to bear in mind.
By Joy Taylor Published
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Ready for a Career Checkup? Five Steps to Plan What’s Next
Asking yourself some pointed questions to figure out what you want and what you’re good at can bring more purpose and fulfillment to your professional life.
By Anne deBruin Sample, CEO Published
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529 Plans: Everything You Need to Know About Saving for College
529 Plans 529 plans offer considerable convenience and potential tax savings when putting money aside for education. That said, there are still a range of rules you’ll need to know (and follow).
By Elaine Silvestrini Last updated
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Financial Planning Careers Are Open for Business
Thanks in part to the Great Wealth Transfer, jobs in financial planning are expected to grow in the next decade.
By Kevin R. Keller, CAE Published
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How to Age-Proof Your Career as Workplace Ageism Increases
Diversifying your networking, staying on top of advances (tech and otherwise) and sharing what you know can help protect you against age discrimination.
By Terry Weber Published
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What Are the Highest-Paying Jobs in Your City?
These are the highest-paying jobs — paying $150K or more — across the U.S. What do top earners in your city do for a living?
By Erin Bendig Published
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Going Freelance in 2024 — What You Need to Know
FlexJob’s report spotlights top companies, career fields, and job titles on the rise for fully remote freelance workers in 2024
By Kathryn Pomroy Published