I started a 529 college savings plan when my son was a baby. Although money is tight these days, I still prioritize his future

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I started a 529 college savings plan when my son was a baby. Although money is tight these days, I still prioritize his future

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The author and her husband opened a 529 for their son's future.
Courtesy of Annie Boyd Sowell
We started our family young and quickly realized the importance of planning for our child's future.
Despite more immediate financial pressures, we prioritize our child's 529 savings plan.
We are…

This story appeared on businessinsider.com, 2025-06-19 11:47:01.