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DRESHER, PA — Ascensus has made a strategic investment in education-savings technology provider Nonprofitly, deepening a decade-long partnership aimed at expanding state-run child savings account programs that collectively hold more …
Ascensus Backs Nonprofitly to Expand State Savings Programs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania has become the first state to allow contributions to state-administered education and disability savings programs through gift cards purchased with cryptocurrency, a move state officials say …
Treasurer Garrity Expands PA 529, PA ABLE Funding Options Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania families have accumulated more than $10 billion in education savings through the state’s PA 529 program, a milestone that underscores the growing role of tax-advantaged savings …
PA 529 Assets Top $10 Billion as Education Costs Climb Read More
A 529 education savings plan might sound like something only families with college-bound kids need. But the versatility of a 529 account may surprise you, whether your child heads to …
Four Reasons a 529 Plan Might Make Sense for Your Family Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Families in Allegheny County who claim Pennsylvania’s Keystone Scholars education savings grant this summer may qualify for an additional $25 deposit through a new partnership between the …
Allegheny Families Can Get Extra Cash Through Education Savings Program Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania is expanding efforts to connect early childhood reading programs with education savings accounts, linking free book distribution to a $100 state-funded scholarship available to eligible children.
State Push Links Kids’ Books to $100 Education Accounts Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania employers can now receive state tax credits for helping workers cover child care, education, and disability-related expenses under two newly available programs.
Pa. Offers New Tax Breaks to Help Workers With Costs Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Many Pennsylvania families saving for education through the state’s PA 529 Investment Plan will see lower account fees following a new round of reductions announced by the …
Lower Fees Announced for PA 529 Investment Plan Accounts Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania’s ABLE savings program for residents with disabilities will transition to a new program manager this summer, a change state officials say will bring lower fees, new …
PA ABLE Program Set for New Manager, Lower Fees in July Read More
It’s almost time for people to begin receiving their tax refunds. If you get one, what will you do with it?
What Should You Do With Your Tax Refund? Read More