Before You Max Out a 529

When parents start thinking about saving for college, the advice is almost always the same: “Just open a 529.”

 And while 529 plans are a popular and useful tool, they’re often treated as a complete strategy—when they’re really just one piece of a larger picture.

This free, educational webinar is designed for parents of preschool-aged children who want to understand their options early, without pressure or overwhelm. We’ll talk through how college savings can work in real life—where income changes, priorities shift, and kids don’t always follow a straight path.

During this session, we’ll cover:

• Why 529 plans are considered the “gold standard,” and where they may fall short on their own

• Common assumptions parents make about college savings that can limit flexibility later