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Illustration assumes an initial $5,000 investment and monthly investments of $100 for a period of 18 years. It also assumes an annual investment return of 5%, compounded monthly, and a federal income tax rate of 24%. Investment losses could affect the relative tax-deferred investing advantage. It assumes no distributions are made during these periods. However, lower maximum tax rates on capital gains and dividends would make the investment return for the taxable investment more favorable. Changes in tax rates and tax treatment of investment earnings may impact the comparative results. Actual returns will vary.
Withdrawals of earnings from a tax-deferred account may be subject to ordinary income tax, and early withdrawals can be subject to an additional 10% penalty. Each investor should consider his or her current and anticipated investment horizon and income tax bracket when making an investment decision, as the illustration may not reflect these factors. These figures do not reflect any management fees or expenses that would be paid by a 529 plan participant. Such costs would lower performance.
This chart is shown for illustrative purposes only. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.
1The availability of such tax or other benefits may be conditioned on meeting certain requirements, such as residency or purpose for or timing of distributions. This information is based on current tax laws, regulations, rules and interpretations, which are subject to change at any time. Investors should contact a tax professional for more information about 529 Plan investing specific to their situations. Withdrawals used for expenses other than qualified education expenses may be subject to federal and state taxes, plus a 10% penalty.
2Periodic investment programs like AIS cannot guarantee a profit or protect against investment loss in a declining market.
Risk factors. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. An investment in the Ivy InvestEd 529 Plan is subject to risk. Your investment return and principal value will fluctuate, and your investment, when redeemed, may be worth more or less than your original cost. The availability of the tax and other benefits may depend on meeting certain requirements.
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