AI is reshaping careers, education paths, and even how we define “school.” It’s only natural to wonder: “does saving for college still make sense???” The answer isn’t to abandon planning, it’s to broaden how we think about it. Education isn’t disappearing, it’s diversifying, and college is no longer the only path. Learning still carries a cost which is why 529 plans have quietly evolved. They can now be used for trade schools, certifications, specialized training, apprenticeships and k-12...

THE FACTS: They are swift and visceral. They come without warning. Their length of stay is unknown. They are not pleasant when they are around. They leave scars on those who react poorly. They are temporary and necessary. They are vital to the long-term return. They are essential to the health of a long-term bull market. Corrections come upon us from time to time and are vital to the long-term health of the market. No one knows when corrections will come or go, but it’s important to know how...

And here's how - As the Great Depression deepened and political tensions rose at home and overseas, leaders in the US devised an event intended to stoke the national pride and raise morale. They decided on a universal exhibition – a World’s Fair – this one in Chicago, on the 100th anniversary of the city’s founding. “Science Finds, Industry Applies, Man Conforms" was the exhibition’s motto, an affirmation that mankind’s greatness lies downstream from its yearning for discovery and its...