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529 college savings plan calculator estimates education cost and required savings using investment growth and inflation assumptions.

Guide étape par étape

  1. 1Input child age, college age, annual cost, inflation rate, expected return
  2. 2Calculate total needed and monthly savings required
  3. 3Show plan balance at college time

Exemples résolus

Entrée
Newborn, 18-year public state school
Résultat
Need ~$150,000 at 3% education inflation, requires ~$450/month at 7% return
Cost and savings vary significantly

Erreurs courantes à éviter

  • Under-estimating college cost inflation
  • Not accounting for scholarships/aid

Questions fréquentes

Should I open 529?

Yes, tax-deferred growth valuable; but student loan options also available.

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