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529 College Savings Plan

A smarter way to save for school

It's never too early to get a head start on your child's future. A tax-deferred 529 college savings plan helps you pay for things like tuition and housing when the time comes — and it may only take $15 to start. You can also use these funds for K-12 private schooling.

Explore the key benefits of 529 plans or contact an Allstate Personal Financial Representative to learn more.

  • Offers tax breaks
    In most states, you don't pay taxes on the interest you earn, and the money is tax free when withdrawn

  • Covers the things you need
    Pays for tuition, room and board, mandatory fees, books and supplies

  • Gives you education options
    Can be used at most colleges, universities or technical schools, in addition to K-12 private schooling

  • Allows for flexible contributions
    Can vary as long as they're within the minimum and maximum contribution amount — contributions can also be made by grandparents or friends

  • Provides investment options
    Typically, you can invest in options like stock, mutual and bond funds

  • Doesn't expire
    Change your beneficiary when you need — if the first child doesn't use it all, you could put the rest towards the second child

Learn more about opening a 529 college savings plan from an Allstate Personal Financial Representative.

What will it take to save for college?

Get a better picture of how much you need to invest now for your child's education in order to be prepared later.

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How do 529 plans work?

From just starting to make contributions to cashing in on all your savings, here's a look at how a 529 college savings plan works.

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1. Start your plan
You're not limited to your home state's plan, so we can help you choose one that works for you

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2. Grow your savings
Contribute to your account and choose how you want to invest your money. We can help you stay on track

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3. Use the funds
When the time comes and your child is ready for college, you'll withdraw your tax-free savings

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Helping you build a brighter future.

At Allstate, you'll work with a local Personal Financial Representative who will be there every step of the way.

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