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Investor Resources for Adults and Families

Smart Saving for College: Better Buy Degrees Guide
529 Plan and Other College Saving Options: This guide, published by FINRA (Financial Industry Regulatory Authority), discusses your options to saving and investing wisely for college. Some important topics include:
- College Costs are Rising--Are You Keeping Pace?
- Loans--Know the Cost
- Education Benefits for Service members--Post 9/11 GI Bill
- College Saving While Saving Taxes
- Tips for Choosing College Savings Options
Additional Resources
Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) Paying for College
Conversation Starters – At the Office
Guardianship – Conversation Starter
Michigan Investor Guide - Investigate Before Investing
Top 10 Ways to Prepare for Retirement
Contact Us:
Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs (LARA)
Corporations, Securities & Commercial Licensing Bureau (CS&CL)
Securities and Audit Division
Address: PO Box 30018, Lansing, MI 48909
Overnight Mail (FedEx/UPS): 2407 N. Grand River Ave, Lansing, MI 48906
Phone: (517) 335-5237
Fax: (517) 763-0039
Email: LARA-CSCL-Securities-Audit@michigan.gov