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VALUABLE ADVICE FOR INVESTORS OF ALL TYPES FROM STANDARD & POOR'S, TODAY'S MOST TRUSTED RESOURCE FOR RELIABLE INVESTMENT INFORMATION
Standard & Poor's Press brings the impressive knowledge and resources of Standard & Poor's to some of today's most challenging financial issues. Covering subjects from saving for college to technical analysis to risk management, books in the series will give both independent and institutional investors the knowledge they need to dramatically improve their overall financial decisions.
Proven strategies parents can use to save for their children's education without going bankrupt
Just about all families, regardless of their financial status, are daunted by the prospect of paying for their children's college years.
The Standard & Poor's Guide to Saving and Investing for College helps parents determine how much they need to save, understand the least costly payment methods, know where to look for student loans and scholarships, and more. Bringing the full resources of Standard & Poor's to the table, this all-in-one, authoritative guide covers:
- Tax tips for taking full advantage of college saving and costs
- How students can best position themselves for available grant packages
- Pros and cons of popular funding programs, including the popular 529 plan
Average Customer Review:
2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Invesment strategies for college galore, 2007-01-25
Successfully finding a book regarding how to save for college depends heavily on the background of the reader. I am mathematically adept (majored in economics) and not a novice regarding buying and selling securities (but I don't go short or do derivatives directly). I needed a book that contains strategies that incorporate the current version of the tax code and investment basics. After some false starts (see some of my other reviews for these), I found this book to be a delight. Finally, somewhat unusual for me, I am keeping this book for future reference even after reading it.
1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
Good book for 529 infomation, but go with 529 for Dummies, 2006-11-14
After my baby was born, I knew I wanted to save for her college. I read this book and another 529 book. This book was ok. I got more information from the 529 for Dummies book. It walked me through the college savings process, explained how to get college financing, and listed all the 529 companies to go with for each state. It decussed tax issues as well. This is not an easy read for someone that does not have a clue about 529's (Me).
6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
Very informative guide for understanding all the nuances., 2004-10-19
I own and run a small investment firm and this book is what we give our clients to read. We also train our brokers and advisors with this book (among others). Of course, plans and details change constantly, but we feel this is a more than adequate book that's pretty straight and to the point on information for the average person.
I get the feeling they were trying to be "politically correct" in mentioning a lot of plans and ideas on how to save without trying to piss of mutual funds and other managers though. So many states have weird plans that allow little choice to the consumer besides 3 choices. I guess what I'm trying to say is that I wish they didn't pull punches and really reviewed and said what they really thought sometimes :-)
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:
One of *the* books on paying for a college degree!, 2004-06-02
David Braverman, a senior director at Standard & Poor's, looks at how financial aid can be part of your savings plan, how to use 529 and Coverdell plans effectively, and the new tax benefits available. For people who are serious about preparing for one of the major expenditures of their entire lives, this is one of the books you need to read early on. Definitely worth a read.Tom Nixon
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:
A wonderful resource!, 2004-04-06
David Braverman's book is a great help in understanding how to finance a college education. It gives families the financial knowledge they need to plan and choose wisely for the future. This book cuts through all the confusion and is clear and easy to read. It's a wonderful guide and resource for all families investing in college.