The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Use a 529 Plan That Doesn't Cover the Full Cost of College

Don't dip into your own retirement savings if your child's 529 plan won't cover all their college expenses. The plan can be more flexible than you might think.

# The Right Way and the Wrong Way to Use a 529 Plan That Doesn't Cover the Full Cost of College Don't dip into your own retirement savings if your child's 529 plan won't cover all their college expenses. The plan can be more flexible than you might think. **Read the full article:** [Kiplinger](https://www.kiplinger.com/personal-finance/college/how-to-use-a-529-plan-that-doesnt-cover-the-full-cost-of-college) *This article was originally published by Kiplinger. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*