Question

Judge whether the following statement is true or false.​ "Since the​ accumulation-of-wealth stage extends into the​ mid-50s, financing the cost of education could remain important to me should I choose to continue my education or for the education of others who are important to me​ (spouse, child,​ etc.). It is not until Stage​ 2: Approaching Retirement​ - The Golden Years that the goal of educating children is usually accomplished. During Stage​ 3: The Retirement​ Years, estate planning issues are​ significant, and leaving part of my estate to fund education for my grandchildren could become​ important."

Answer 1

Answer:

True

Explanation:

Generally a person makes the most money when he/she is 40 to 55 years old, and that are the same years when their total expenses are also higher. One of the highest costs are education costs, specially their children's college costs.

Assume that your children are born when you are 30-35 years old, and 22 years later they are finishing college. That fits the time period when your income peaks, and that is why you have to try cover all education expenses before turning 60.

Once you retire, around age 65, your expenses tend to level down, and if you were able to have some accumulated wealth, then it is always a good idea to set some apart to pay for your grandchildren's college. That way you are helping both your children (reducing their costs) and your grandchildren.