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Grandparent 529 (SECURE 2.0 FAFSA-Invisible)

Grandparent-owned 529s no longer hurt FAFSA aid — superfund + let it grow.

Overview

Post-FAFSA Simplification Act 2024+, grandparent-owned 529 distributions no longer count as student income (previously reduced aid by 50% of distribution). Grandparent superfunds $95K–$190K (5-year election), grows tax-free, distributes to grandchild for college — zero FAFSA impact. Also removes assets from grandparent's taxable estate.

Best fit
Grandparents with taxable estateFamily wealth-transfer plansAny 529 already parent-owned wanting a second bucket
Estimated impact
$50K–$200K in aid preservation + estate reduction

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