Saving for College Archive

• February 5, 2025

  Saving for College

  Open Enrollment is Here! Five Budget Tips to Free Up Funds for Your Child’s College Education

  It’s never too early for a family to start saving for their child’s college education, and Florida Prepaid is here to help make it simple and affordable. The 2025 Open Enrollment window — February 1 to April 30, 2025 — will feature Prepaid Plans at their lowest prices in more…

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• January 6, 2025

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  A Legacy of Learning: Three Generations of Florida Prepaid Success

  What if you could give your child the freedom to dream big—without worrying about student loan debt? That’s exactly what Heather G.’s parents set out to do in 1988 when they opened a Florida Prepaid Plan for her. It was a small, thoughtful investment that became the foundation of her…

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• January 6, 2025

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  The Power of Stacking with Florida Prepaid

  Looking to build your child’s college fund one budget-friendly block at a time? With Florida Prepaid, you can do just that! You can start small today with our 1-Year University Prepaid Plan—prices beginning as low as $29/month! It’s a simple, flexible approach to help you get started without the stress.…

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• January 6, 2025

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  Why Florida Families Trust Florida Prepaid for College Savings

  Imagine: your little one is all grown up, heading off to college, and instead of worrying about how to pay their tuition, you’re focused on living in the moment. That’s exactly what Florida Prepaid is all about—making college savings simple, secure, and stress-free, so you can focus on cheering them…

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• January 6, 2025

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  Why Saving for College Matters Now More Than Ever

  A Foundation for Their Future We get it. Life can get busy. Saving for college might feel like another task on an endless to-do list. Between work, family, and everything else, it might seem easy to push aside. But here’s something to consider: by the time today’s toddlers enter the…

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• November 7, 2024

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  Key Tips for Tax-Advantaged Giving This Holiday Season

  The holidays are approaching, and we believe there are many excellent reasons to give the gift of education. It’s a smart and powerful investment that can pay off in huge ways when your child is older – from planting the seeds of educational goals to setting them up for a…

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• September 6, 2024

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  A Financial Planner’s Guide to Smart College Savings

  More Floridians are recognizing the value of saving for college with 529 plans, whether through a Prepaid Plan or a Savings Plan. So far this year, more than 60,000 families have enrolled in a Florida 529 Plan, about 30% more than last year, reflecting a growing awareness of the importance…

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• September 3, 2024

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  Back-to-School Financial Planning: 529 Plans Explained

  With the back-to-school season in full swing, families across Florida are busy getting back into a routine and looking forward to another year of growth and learning. It’s a time filled with excitement and anticipation, but also a moment to consider the future—specifically, how to make your child’s dreams of…

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• August 29, 2024

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  Beyond the Piggy Bank: Modern Strategies for College Savings

  In today’s financial landscape, the traditional approach to saving might not be enough to meet the costs of higher education. With college expenses growing each year, it’s essential to consider modern strategies that offer more security and growth potential. Among the most effective tools available are 529 Plans—and don’t let…

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• March 25, 2024

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  3 Smart Money Moves: Turn Preschool Expenses Into Kindergarten Savings

  Dear parents of rising kindergartners: Congratulations, you survived the expensive daycare years! Your little one will soon tick off a major life milestone, and there’s a tangible financial upside when leaving daycare for a public elementary school—more money in the family budget. What will you do with this newfound money?…

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