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Paying for College
The cost of college increases steadily every year, and we can help you understand options available when you want to support a child's goal of earning a college degree.
We'll work with you to create a smart strategy so your child or grandchild can earn the education they want.
We'll work with you to create a smart strategy so your child or grandchild can earn the education they want.
With a variety of financial strategies available, you have access to flexible funding options. For instance, 529 plans can cover college tuition, K – 12 tuition, certain apprenticeship costs and student loan repayments.
We’re ready to work on a custom-based strategy for you.
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We’re ready to work on a custom-based strategy for you.
Check the background of investment professionals associated with this site on FINRA’s BrokerCheck
College Planning
Before you make your decisions on financing higher education, remember to talk to us so you can:
- Get an idea for the cost of college.
- Become familiar with alternative pre-funding plans.
- Get information on investment alternatives you should consider.
- Understand various education tax incentives available.
- Determine if it makes sense to own the investments yourself or to keep them in your child's name.
- Develop an action plan to best address your overall college funding needs.
We’ll strategize with you and map out a college savings path with the appropriate strategies for you:
- 529 plans
- Custodial accounts
- Coverdell Educational Savings Accounts
- Roth IRAs
- Life insurance
Make a Smart Move with 529 Plans
A 529 plan is a tax-advantaged savings account to fund educational expenses for a beneficiary. There are many benefits to 529 plans:
- Generally have low minimum start-up and contribution requirements
- Family members and friends can contribute to the plan, increasing the benefit to the student
- The account owner maintains ownership until the money is withdrawn
- Funds can cover a wide range of educational costs, not simply college tuition
2023- 2024 Undergraduate Estimated Costs
Type | Tuition & Fees | Room & Board | Total | 2022-2023 Change |
---|---|---|---|---|
Public 4-Year (in-state) | $11,260 | $12,770 | $24,030 | 2.5% |
Public 4-Year (out-of-state) | $29,150 | $12,770 | $41,920 | 3.0% |
Private 4-Year | $41,540 | $14,650 | $56,190 | 4.00% |
Source: College Board's 2023-2024 Trends in College Pricing, www.collegeboard.org
Disclosures
Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC). Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates. Premier Bank and Premier Wealth Financial Services are not registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Registered representatives of LPL offer products and services using Premier Wealth Financial Services, and may also be employees of Premier Bank. These products and services are being offered through LPL or its affiliates, which are separate entities from, and not affiliates of, Premier Bank or Premier Wealth Financial Services. Securities and insurance offered through LPL or its affiliates are:
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Premier Bank (“Financial Institution”) provides referrals to financial professionals of LPL Financial LLC (“LPL”) pursuant to an agreement that allows LPL to pay the Financial Institution for these referrals. This creates an incentive for the Financial Institution to make these referrals, resulting in a conflict of interest. The Financial Institution is not a current client of LPL for brokerage or advisory services.
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