529 Plan Owners Beware – Use your funds wisely or pay the price
Many families recognize the value of 529 savings plans. 529 plans provide an easy way to put aside money for college that will earn interest tax-free (when used for qualified college expenses). Plus by setting up direct deposits, parents can create a deposit schedule for their plan and pretty much forget about it. However, when the time comes to make withdrawals from that plan, questions can arise.