The Wall Street Journal named the Bright Start Illinois 529 plan one of the top 529 plans in the country. The main reasons included:
- Low Expenses (Bright Start uses Vanguard Index Funds a favorite of mine)
- Diverse Investment choices
In addition Illinois residents receive a state tax deduction for contributions to a Bright Start 529 plan. Note: The Bright Start Plan cannot be purchased through a financial adviser, although your adviser can certainly assist you in completing your application.
To find out more about the Illinois Bright Start plan go to https://www.brightstartsavings.com/