Is a 529 worth it in this case?

cptofthehouse
Wed, 09 Oct 2019 19:01:54 +0000

You can withdraw the principle from the Roth accounts penalty free any time. It’s the earnings that have to stay in there for 5 years and you have to be age 59 1/2 in order to avoid penalties .

For those who can make such contributions, including students, it’s a good way to shelter assets from FAFSA.