Latest / The College Savings Podcast with Fexingo: 529 Plans, Education Funding, and Student Costs
Why Your 529 Plan Is Losing to Hidden Fees
Most parents assume their state-sponsored 529 plan is a set-it-and-forget-it investment. But in today’s market, hidden expense ratios and complex fee structures can silently erode decades of growth. Lucas and Luna break down the specific mechanics of front-end loads versus ongoing advisory fees, using real examples from major fund providers to show how a difference of just one percent can cost a family tens of thousands over eighteen years. They explore the often-overlooked concept of net versus gross returns and explain why simply picking a plan because your state offers a tax deduction…
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