NC 529 Plan

NC529 plan available in North Carolina that provides families with a comprehensive solution for saving for higher education expenses. One unique aspect of this plan is its wide range of investment options, including age-based portfolios and individual fund options, allowing account holders to customize their investment strategy based on their goals and risk tolerance. The plan offers tax advantages, such as tax-free growth and tax-free withdrawals for qualified education expenses. Additionally, North Carolina residents may be eligible for a state income tax deduction for contributions made to the plan, further enhancing the savings potential. NC529 works directly with Backer to provides users a seamless gifting program.

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State Tax Incentive

None

Program Manager

College Foundation, Inc.

Investment Manager(s)

Vanguard

Plan type

Direct

Investments

Guided Investments

age-based

ESG Investments

No

Avg. expense fee

0.290%

Fee Range

0.25%-.0315

Ratings

Backer Rating

Our rating is based on fees and tax savings advantages.

44%

for NC residents

44%

non-residents

Saving For College

Unbiased, independent resource for parents.

4

for NC residents

3.5

non-residents

Morningstar Rating

Once a year, the financial services firm Morningstar releases its 529 ratings.

Bronze

Other

Connect with Mint.com

Track your finances in one place.

Yes

Connect with Backer

Full end to end enrollment, gifting and plan management.

Gifting Only

Mobile app

Backer App covers this plan.

No

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General Recommendation

This is a direct sold 529 plan, rated as bronze by Morningstar.