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How We’re Using Upromise to Save for College

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Right before the pandemic started, I opened 529 College Savings Accounts for our daughters. My oldest was in eighth grade and one of my goals for 2020 was to start saving consistently for both daughters’ college education. We want to assist them in financing their college years and we needed to make some progress.

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7 Things You Should Teach Your Kids About Money

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For example, if your kid wants a new bike, tell them to save toward a goal and that you’ll match them if they reach it. Although a car or college tuition may be the immediate expenses your kid is saving up for, it’s never too late to plan and prepare for a house down payment or retirement either. Learning What They Live.

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