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The College Savings Shift to K-12
In October 2026, the landscape of education funding has shifted dramatically with the expansion of 529 plan eligibility. Lucas and Luna break down how families can now use tax-advantaged savings for up to ten thousand dollars a year in K-12 tuition at private or religious schools, alongside apprenticeships and student loan repayments. We examine the specific mechanics of these rule changes, comparing the immediate tax benefits against long-term college funding goals. This episode explores whether diverting funds to early education creates a liquidity trap for higher costs later, offering…
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