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College

How to Establish Residency and Qualify for In-State Tuition

The difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition can be severe.
Dec 13, 2022
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College

How Can I Help My Child Get Scholarships for College?

You should start helping your children get scholarships for college sooner rather than later.
Dec 13, 2022
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529 Plans

How Much Can I Gift My Child Tax-Free?

Gifting your child $16,000 to sit in a bank account won’t necessarily contribute much to their future.
Oct 25, 2022
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Financial Literacy

How Do You Teach Children Financial Responsibility?

Teaching your child about financial responsibility is a great way to prepare them for the world as an adult.
Oct 25, 2022
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College

5 Ways to Survive College on a Budget: Advice from a College Student

Getting through college without student loans can be tricky. Luckily Sootchy's Intern, Madi Vogt, is here to share her top five ways to save money during your time on campus.
May 14, 2021
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Sootchy Intern, Madi Vogt
529 Plans

Can You Use a 529 Plan for a Coding Bootcamp?

Learn how you can utilize one of the most popular savings accounts to help pay for a coding bootcamp. Jumpstart your career with a Sootchy 529 plan.
May 12, 2021
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Saving

What Is the Max Contribution for a 529 Plan in Utah?

The details and benefits of 529 plans vary by state. Learn the specific contribution limits for 529 plans in Utah and make an informed investment decision.
Nov 27, 2020
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Saving

How Do I Pay for My Child's College Tuition?

Paying your child's tuition is something every parent would like to do, but where should you start? Learn everything you need to know about paying for college.
Nov 27, 2020
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Saving

What Happens to a 529 Plan If a Child Doesn't Go to College?

If you began saving for your child's education early with a 529 plan but they decided not to go to college, what can you do with that money? Our 529 experts explain.
Nov 26, 2020
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Saving

Can a 529 Plan be Used to Pay Student Loans?

529 plans are one of the most popular college savings options, but many people wonder if these funds can be used for college debt. Learn more from our 529 experts.
Nov 23, 2020
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Saving

Can 529 Plans Lose Money?

Although 529 plans come with risk, you can mitigate that risk and increase your odds of returns by taking the right steps. Learn more from the 529 experts at Sootchy.
Nov 20, 2020
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Saving

Are 529 Plans Worth It?

As the price of college continues to increase, people are looking for the most efficient way to save. Learn why so many people are turning to 529 plans.
Nov 20, 2020
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Sootchy Team
College

How to Establish Residency and Qualify for In-State Tuition

The difference between in-state and out-of-state tuition can be severe.
Dec 13, 2022
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Sootchy Team
College

How Can I Help My Child Get Scholarships for College?

You should start helping your children get scholarships for college sooner rather than later.
Dec 13, 2022
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Sootchy Team
College

5 Ways to Survive College on a Budget: Advice from a College Student

Getting through college without student loans can be tricky. Luckily Sootchy's Intern, Madi Vogt, is here to share her top five ways to save money during your time on campus.
May 14, 2021
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Sootchy Intern, Madi Vogt
College

Is Middle School Too Early to Start Thinking About College?

It's never too early to start preparing for college. Learn how colleges treat middle school records, how to help your child think about their major, and how you can start saving.
Apr 14, 2021
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Sootchy Team
College

What Is "Gift of College" and How Does It Work?

As the price of college continues to grow, families are finding creative ways to fund their education. Learn how you can take advantage of the "Gift of College"
Mar 12, 2021
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College

Can Parents Pay Their Child's Student Loan?

It's important to understand the implications of paying off your child's student debt. Learn the ins and outs of covering student debt with a 529 plan.
Mar 8, 2021
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529 Plans

Bringing Value Back to 529s

Take a look at some of the top reasons 529 Plans are the true hidden gems of saving for college and other higher education.
Feb 23, 2021
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Emma Willis
529 Plans

The Vanguard 529 College Savings Plan Review + Guide

Learn the tax benefits, fees, and investment options associated with the Vanguard 529 College Savings plan.
Feb 23, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

Can You Contribute to a 529 Plan Before a Child Is Born?

Opening a 529 plan for a loved one has long been a popular way to start saving for college, and the earlier in the child’s life the account is started, the better.
Feb 22, 2021
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Team Sootchy
529 Plans

Are 529 Plans State-Specific?

Thanks to their widespread popularity, 529 plans have been catching the attention of more and more families around the country.
Feb 19, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

Can I Transfer a 529 Plan to Another Child?

Life often takes an unexpected turn or two, which is why 529 plans are flexible and allow you to change the beneficiary. Learn more with Sootchy.
Feb 8, 2021
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Sootchy Team
529 Plans

How Many Times Per Year Can You Change the Allocation of a 529 Portfolio?

Opening a 529 plan can be a hugely beneficial move for families looking to save up for their child’s college education.
Feb 4, 2021
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Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Mary McLeod Bethune

Mary McLeod Bethune left a legacy of empowering women and minorities through education and access to services. Read more about this amazing woman, and her impact on generations of Americans.
Mar 31, 2021
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Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Emma Hart Willard

Willard fought for women to have an education in subjects like math and philosophy instead of the ones taught at finishing school. In 1821, she founded Troy Female Seminary, the first school in the US to offer higher education to women.
Mar 24, 2021
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Team Sootchy
Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Patsy Takemoto Mink

Patsy Mink spent her career fighting for both gender, and racial equality, affordable childcare, bilingual education and was an author of Title IX, a federal civil rights law. She was also a woman of many firsts. Keep reading to learn more about her fight to empower women in education.
Mar 16, 2021
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Team Sootchy
Women's History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Alice Freeman Palmer

Learn how Alice Freeman Palmer spent her life improving opportunities for women to attend college and emphasizing that education was crucial to their independence.
Mar 10, 2021
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Team Sootchy
Black History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Nathan Hare

Learn how Nathan Hare became one of the greatest pioneers of Black studies in America, and how his impacts still change the American educational system.
Feb 8, 2021
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Sootchy Team
Black History Month

Sootchy Celebrates: Fanny Jackson Coppin

Learn about the life and legacy of the great Fanny Jackson Coppin, and how she was able to overcome oppression and prosper as a teacher, principal and lecturer.
Feb 2, 2021
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