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Should I Use My 401(k) to Fund My Child’s College Education?

Should I Use My 401(k) to Fund My Child’s College Education?

You can, but it isn’t your best option. Your 401(k) plan should be dedicated primarily to your retirement. There are two primary drawbacks to using your 401(k) for college funding. First, if you withdraw funds from your 401(k) before you are 59½, you will owe a 10% premature distribution penalty on the withdrawal.

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I Need Money: Can I Take Funds From my IRA?

I Need Money: Can I Take Funds From my IRA?

Yes, but the taxable portion of your distribution may be subject to a 10% penalty for early withdrawal if you’re not yet age 59½. If you are 59½ or older and take money from your traditional IRA, you will not be assessed a penalty, though you may still have to pay income tax on all or part of the distribution.

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Financial Planning Issues for New Parents

Financial Planning Issues for New Parents

As you prepare for life with your new child, it’s time to prepare a new financial plan for your family or make any necessary changes to your existing plan. You’ll want to consider how your baby will affect your budget, make sure you have adequate insurance, protect your child’s future with a well-thought-out estate plan, and determine how having a child will affect your income taxes.

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