SIE practice questionmedium529 Plans — Account Control
Who maintains control over a 529 plan account?
- AThe state that sponsors the plan controls all investment decisions
- BThe beneficiary controls the account once they reach age 18
- CThe account owner maintains control, including the ability to change the beneficiary✓ Correct answer
- DThe beneficiary's school controls the account upon enrollment
Explanation
Why C — The account owner maintains control, including the ability to change the beneficiary
The account OWNER (not the beneficiary) maintains full control over the 529 account, including investment choices, withdrawal decisions, and the ability to change the beneficiary to another qualifying family member. This is a key advantage over UGMA/UTMA custodial accounts, where assets irrevocably belong to the minor. The owner retains control regardless of the beneficiary's age.
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