By MelissaHaun

Paying for college is an investment in one's future. Like all investments, you should weigh your options, consider the tax implications, and educate yourself to make a wise decision. Tax planning considerations include your 529 plans, education deductions and credits, student loans, and many others. In a recent article in the Journal of Accountancy, Tax Planning for Parents of College Students, various alternatives are played out that provide a glimpse into the importance of strategizing for you or your child's college investment. To learn more, please access this article at http://www.journalofaccountancy.com/Issues/2012/Mar/20114558.htm.