re: How much is enough in the 529 accounts?

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Are there any stipulations as to what the money can be applied to? Like room and board? Transportation, etc. Or is it basically just tuition only?

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LA Start FAQs

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What are the expenses that can be paid with START account funds?
These funds may be used to pay Qualified Higher Education Expenses, which are limited to the following:

Tuition
Fees
Books
Supplies
Equipment
Room and Board (if the student is attending on at least a half-time basis)
Expenses for "special needs"

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"Room and board" is different for each college. For 2019-2020, I believe LSU was roughly up to $12k per year. So you could withdraw $12k per year per student for room and board. My kids aren't near the age yet so maybe someone with experience can explain how easy this works. I think on-campus expenses can be withdrawn to the exact amount. However, I'm not sure if off-campus living expenses have to be 'proven'.