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Anyone may fund a Coverdell Education Savings Account for a child. While there is no requirement to be a
relative of the child, the person funding the account must meet certain income limits. Corporations, trusts and other non-individual entities may also contribute (not subject to income limits).
For single filers, eligibility phases out between $95,000 and $110,000.
For joint filers3, eligibility phases out between $190,000 and $220,000.
$2,000 is the annual limit for contributions. And if more than one account is established for the child,
contributions to all of the accounts may not exceed a total of $2,000 a year.
As long as a child is under age 18, annual contributions may be made. Contributions may be made for
individuals over 18 who need additional time to complete their education due to a physical, mental or emotional condition. Also, contributions may be made as late as April 15 of the following year.
Tax-Free Withdrawals -Contributions to a Coverdell Education Savings Account are not tax-deductible. They are made with after-tax dollars for a child. But any growth of the account is tax-deferred. And when the money is withdrawn and used for tuition, room, board, books, other college supplies, or qualified elementary and secondary school expenses, it is tax-free.
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