When should I begin saving for my child's college?

When saving for college, compound interest can be your friend. However the longer you wait to start saving the less interest you will accumulate and the more you will have to save. Use this calculator to determine when to start saving for college and to help illustrate what a small amount of monthly savings might grow to if you start today.
Savings and Assumptions
Child's current age (0-17) 
Planned monthly savings amount ($) 
Annual before-tax return (%)help
Compound frequency 
Amount saved so far ($) 
   
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