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Updated Feb 12, 2012

Q: Saving for College    —Hollywood, FL

"My son is a model and I want to use his earnings as an investment to staart saving for college. I cannot afford to p..."

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Hi Theresa I know a lady who does financial planning She can go over the information with you.... Would you like to speak to her ? D.

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Q: Saving for Kids College    —Dallas, TX

"We recently moved from Kansas to Dallas. In Kansas we participated in college fund for our 3 year old son that gave ..."

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Hi Dee. You can continue contributing to the same plan you used in Kansas, but you're right. You won't get the tax benefits as Texas doesn't have a state income tax....

You might try setting up different 529 accounts. Or you might set up trust accounts, or purchase bonds.

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Q: Need Help with College Plan for Kids.    —Frisco, TX

"I need help. I feel so incredibly guilty that I haven't started a 529 plan for my boys (2 and 4) yet. I know this M..."

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Call Bob Sweeney at ###-###-####. He is a personal financial representative with Allstate Financial Services. He is a very sincere person and very knowledgable. He wil...

I dont have a good answer to your question, but what I do know is to start saving NOW. It can be daunting to figure out what to do, so in the meantime just set up a n...

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Q: Starting a College    —Little Ferry, NJ

"I would like to set up a college fund for my daughter who is going on 8 yrs old. What is the best way to go?"

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Just to let you know, starting a college fund is great, but when it comes time to fill out financial aid papers, or scholarship forms, it is best if there are no funds...

Hi- A 529 plan is a great option. You can use your state's plan or an out of state plan. Do a Google search for 529 plans. I started my daughter's when she was ab...

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Q: 529 Plans    —Clifton Heights, PA

"Hi Moms. My son recently inherited some money that is to be out into a 529 Plan. In order to release the money the l..."

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Hi T., I work for a Certified Financial Planner and we handle 529 accounts all the time. If you are interested in learning more about 529 accounts and which company...

Hi T., Whatever you do, get it out of the hands of the attorney as soon as you can. Edward Jones is a good financial consultant. Good luck. D.

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Q: Pre-paid Legal Services    —Wilmington, CA

"I am looking for work from home opportunity does anyone have any advice on home base business with pre-paid legal ser..."

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Hi D., With anything you want to check out the company and also ask yourself some questions about how you will earn the money and how much time is involved, especia...

Hi D., I am an associate with Pre Paid Legal. Right now it is $49 to become an associate. (until the end of Sept. It has been as much as $249 and has been $99 for...

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Q: Minnesota Savings 529 Plan for Your Child?    —Minneapolis, MN

"My daughter is only two, but I figured it will be a good idea to put some money away for her education. I have been r..."

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We started the 529 plan as soon as our son was born, and we've been happy w/ it--he's 17 months old now. We also do the direct deposit so we never forget to contribut...

Great idea - We go directly to the plan - did it all on line as I recall. They have easy ways to set up automatic deposits so you don't have to remember to make depos...

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Q: Mom Looking to Open a Lingerie Shop for Full Figure Women of All Color and Size    —Columbus, OH

"I am looking for some information on how to go about opening a shop and finding some investors. I have had this drea..."

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Try contacting SCORE. They are a group of volunteers who help people get a business started. I would just try a google search to find them.

Hi S.. Great idea. I'll be there. Like someone mentioned, the SBA (Small Business Association)is a good start -- you're a woman which is an advantage. If you're any ot...

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Q: Need Real Estate Investing Advice!!    —Wichita, KS

"I bought a fixer up property and now I can't find anyone to loan me the money for the repairs so I can sell it. My c..."

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My husband has been investing in real estate for almost six years and he could probably help you. I already talked to him about your situation and he would be happy t...

What county are you in? There are grants in the various counties that are for low income families that'll help them to get the assistance they need to get the things ...

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Q: Investment Broker Advice    —McKinney, TX

"My husband and I will be having our first initial consultation with an investment broker within the next couple of we..."

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In my opinion, it's totally worth it. I've always been pretty good at keeping all our finances together, but a professional can help you get everything together. We ...

When I left my last job I had a 401k through the company. Since I wasn't going immediately to another employer, I rolled my 401k to IRA but kept the (almost) same inv...

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