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Learn about rolling over an out-of-state 529 plan to Bright Start, where you can deduct up to $20,000 of contributions from state income taxes (if married and filing jointly). Discover everything you need to know about rollovers and Bright Start tax benefits, and when you’re ready, download a rollover form.

See how rising college costs mean you should start saving soon with a 529 college savings plan like Bright Start. But how do you know when to get started? Learn how much you need and use our calculator to estimate what college will cost your child.

Learn what types of schools, and what types of qualified higher education expenses you can use Bright Start savings for. Then, find the right investment options for your needs, and learn about Bright Start’s benefits, like tax advantages.

See how it might be easier than you think to save for college, especially with Bright Start. There’s plenty of ways to save, but the benefits of this 529 savings plan –– like tax advantages, the GiftED program, and a variety of investment options –– are part of why Bright Start is one of the most highly rated 529s in the nation.

This video walks you through how to open your Bright Start account, so you can save smarter for college. Need help deciding what type of investment style is best for you? Take the risk tolerance questionnaire and view available investment options. Then, gather what you’ll need to get started, and when you’re ready, you can open an account.

Start saving for college and your child is covered — no matter their dream. A Bright Start 529 college savings account is versatile, allowing you to save for almost any school or college expense.

Put the money you’re saving for your child’s college to work with investment options in a Bright Start 529 college savings plan. When you invest early, you can watch their college savings grow as their dreams grow.

Discover the power of saving early with Bright Start’s College Savings U. With articles, calculators, and explainers, you can learn how opening a Bright Start 529 college savings account early can help make your child’s dreams a reality.