Create an easier transition into college for yourself and your student by setting up a savings account early.
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A Coverdell Education Savings Account (ESA) provides a tax-free safe place to grow competitive dividends and also financial confidence for a new stage in life.
- Set aside funds for your child's education
- No setup or annual fee
- Dividends grow tax-free
- Withdrawals are tax-free and penalty-free when used for qualified education expenses1
- Designated beneficiary must be under 18 when contributions are made
- To contribute to an ESA, certain income limits apply2
- Contributions are not tax deductible
- $2,000 maximum annual contribution per child
- The money must be withdrawn by the time he or she turns 303
- The ESA may be transferred without penalty to another member of the family
- $25 minimum deposit to open
- Start your childs' future strong with a tax?advantaged savings for tomorrow’s education
- Withdrawals are tax-free and penalty-free
1Qualified expenses include tuition and fees, books, supplies, board, etc.
2Consult your tax advisor to determine your contribution limit.
3Those earnings are subject to income tax and a 10% penalty.
