Invest in ANY 529 plan and use plan assets at ANY eligible school around the country or abroad.1
529 plans are flexible. Account assets can be used to pay for many qualified education expenses.
Unlike other education savings and investment options, a 529 account owner controls the account. That means the account owner can change the beneficiary to another eligible member of the family.
Next to retirement, saving for education is the second most important goal for many investors. 529 plans serve as a way to invest and save for education while providing additional tax benefits.
Explore the potential advisor and client benefits, and how BlackRock 529s can support education savings needs.
Sources: BlackRock; College Board, “Trends in College Pricing and Student Aid 2022.” Figures include tuition, fees, room and board. Figures for age 18 based on costs for 2022-2023 academic year. Assumes a 5% price increase accounting for inflation and is for illustrative purposes only. As of 09/07/2023.
Between academic years 1991-92 and 2021-23, average tuition fees rose at public and private nonprofit four year institutions, after adjusting for inflation.
As tuition rates continue to increase, 529 plans provide a way for families to save for the cost of education while enjoying tax benefits.
The contributions made to the account grow tax free, and withdrawals used for qualified education expenses are also tax free. Additionally, some states offer tax deductions or credits for contributions made to 529 plans. Costs are projected to escalate by 8% each year and have exceeded annual inflation rates. Early and consistent investing in a 529 plan helps prepare clients for the rising cost of education and provide resources for the long term.
529 plans can be used for:
Consider the benefits for your practice when making 529s an everyday part of your client conversations
These states offer a tax deduction for contributing to any 529 plan, including out of state plans, which may be more attractive than the in-state option.
These states offer no 529 state income deductions or income tax credits for 529 plan contributions.
These states offer potential tax breaks on contributions made only to in-state 529 plans
Tax management can be just as important as risk and fee management.
Learn about the 529 plans BlackRock has to offer.
Well, good morning.
I picked my own outfit.
I love it.
Mommy, guess what?
What, baby?
I picked a college. And it's really far away.
When did you grow up?
Yep, I'm a grown-up.
Someday, she really is going to college. So start saving with Ohio's tax-free 529 plan. We make it simple to get your plan on track to meet any savings goal. Someday starts at BlackRock.com/CollegeAdvantage.
An investor should consider the investment objectives, risk, charges, and expenses associated with the municipal fund based securities before investing. More information about municipal fund securities is available in the issuers program description. You may obtain a program description by visiting www.BlackRock.co m/CollegeAdvantage, calling 866-529-8582, or by contacting your financial advisor. The program description should be read carefully before investing.
Cost: One of the lowest cost advisor-sold 529 plans.8
Choice: Match investment strategies with your clients' goals.
Flexibility: Use any iShares® ETF or BlackRock mutual fund.
BlackRock CollegeAdvantage is 1 of 2 advisor-sold plans awarded a medal rating by Morningstar, out of 30+ advisor-sold 529 plans.9