529 plans

The regulator and one of its largest members, LPL Financial, engaged in a back-and-forth on the controversial initiative.

Grandchildren won't be able to have their own accounts until they are earning their own income, but they can be named beneficiaries.

Those who fail to meet the cutoff face a penalty equivalent to 50% of their required minimum distribution.

The regulator is looking into whether brokers made appropriate share class recommendations for the plans as a result of the new law.

Those who fail to repay their loans on time may face early withdrawal penalties.

A new FINRA initiative to root out breaches of supervisory rules on 529 plans provoked criticism from the IBD advocacy group.

Workers should urge their employers to offer this savings option in their 401(k) plans to save for emergency and unforeseen expenses.

A small proportion of parents are investing in the program for their children, however new analysis suggests that may be changing.

Startup entrepreneur sees an opportunity to simplify savings plans and financial giving for children, and hook their parents into wealth management in the process.

Tax overhaul has scrapped taxes on a child's excess unearned income at the same rate as their parents.