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Level 5
January 13, 2026
Question

Setting up a 529 plan on the same year daughter goes to college

  • January 13, 2026
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We did not setup an 529 for our kids, we should have done it earlier.

Right now, we know our college expense would be 40k ish annually.

Our plan is to contribute 20k into a 529 plan in year 2026, and then withdraw 20k for college expense within 2026.

 

Can I take a tax deduction in for state and city taxes?
Because in NYC that would be around 10%. That would be 20k  x .1 = 2k in savings. 

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    Level 15
    January 13, 2026

    Yes, you can contribute and withdraw in the same year. But your deduction is limited to $10,000 a year for joint filers. 

    aznkk82Author
    Level 5
    January 13, 2026

    thanks.