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The Downside Of Target Date Funds

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Investing in two target-date funds for my children's 529 plans has cost me over $30,000 so far in lost profits. Here are some downsides to target-date funds and who should invest in target-date funds. 

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The Problem With Target Date Funds

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Recommended 529 Plan Amounts By Age

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The Downside Of Target Date Funds

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