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The High Cost of Checks: Why Nearly 1 in 3 Families Could Face Tuition Payment Issues

Paper checks risk loss, fraud, and delays—1 in 3 families face issues over four years. Digital payments are safer and smarter.

May 27, 2025

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Navigating Education Expenses: What's Covered Under Your 529 Plan

May 27, 2025

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Unlocking Your 529 Plan: A Guide to Withdrawals for College Expenses

Apr 14, 2024

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Filing Season Facts: Reporting Your 529 Plan on Your Taxes

Apr 11, 2024

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529 Plans and Taxes: What you need to know before you withdraw

Feb 9, 2024

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Don’t make these 3 mistakes when using your 529 to avoid IRS penalties

Feb 2, 2024

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Dealing with an IRS Audit: How Purchase Protection can help

Jan 26, 2024

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Backpack is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by OMB Bank, Member FDIC. Deposits in checking and savings accounts are held by OMB Bank and are eligible for FDIC insurance coverage. FDIC insurance covers the failure of an insured bank; pass-through insurance applies only if specific conditions are met. Fees, terms, and conditions may apply. Please review our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Contact us for questions about your privacy and consult a tax advisor for tax-related concerns.

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Backpack is a financial technology company, not a bank. Banking services are provided by OMB Bank, Member FDIC. Deposits in checking and savings accounts are held by OMB Bank and are eligible for FDIC insurance coverage. FDIC insurance covers the failure of an insured bank; pass-through insurance applies only if specific conditions are met. Fees, terms, and conditions may apply. Please review our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Contact us for questions about your privacy and consult a tax advisor for tax-related concerns.

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