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Color of Money Book Club
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This month’s Color of Money Book Club selection is “Dictionary of Financial Terms” by Virginia B. and Kenneth M. Morris (Lightbulb Press). The user-friendly dictionary features colorful illustrations to better understand finance. Post columnist Michelle Singletary and author Virginia Morris were online Wednesday, Aug. 18, at 1 p.m. ET to discuss the book. Morris is the editorial director for Lightbulb Press and oversees the editorial development of the books and Web content. She has written on a range of topics, including personal finance, investing and wine. She is the author and co-author of books such as “A Woman’s Guide to Investing,” “Guide to Choosing, Serving and Enjoying Wine,” “The Wall Street Journal Guide to Understanding Money and Investing,” the “SIA Guide to Investing” and “The Wall Street Journal Guide to Planning Your Financial Future.” Editor’s Note: Washingtonpost.com moderators retain editorial control over Live Online discussions and choose the most relevant questions for guests and hosts; guests and hosts can decline to answer questions. _____________ Michelle Singletary: Welcome all. We have a lot of questions so let’s get started. _______________________ Alexandria, Va.: Michelle, I’m looking into opening 529 plans for three nieces. But, like the earlier poster, I don’t have a LOT to put in, more like $100-$200 per kid per year. Is it worth it? My financial advisor/broker only contracts with one state’s 529 and that requires $50 per month or fees. Do you know if some states have less costly plans? And if so, where do I go to open one? Virginia Morris: One thing you might do is investigate an education savings account (ESA) for each child. Most places that offer an IRA are likely to offer ESAs. The fees may be less so more of your gift can be put to working compounding. You choose how the money is invested. The earnings are tax free if they’re used to pay qualified expenses. And you may be able to encourage other family members to add contributions as well, up to the $2,000 annual limit per child. Michelle Singletary: Also you should be aware that you don’t have to use the 529 plan being pushed by your broker. In fact, it may cost you more because you are going thu the broker. Go to savingforcollege.com to learn more about all the state 529 plans. You are free to use any state plan. Also one thing to keep in mind Va gives residents a tax break for contributing to a 529 plan in Va. (I think it’s up to $2,000. If you are worried you aren’t putting in enough money every year (and any amt is so kind of you anyway) talk to the parents of your three nieces and get them to put in money too. |
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