Summary:
1. Small cap stocks have been underperforming large cap stocks recently, with the widest gap in performance since 1935. Small caps are currently cheaper, with the Russell 2000 Index trading at a lower price to earnings multiple than the S&P 500. Consider buying small caps, such as through low-cost ETFs like Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF or iShares CR S&P Small Cap ETF.
2. The median price of an existing home sold in June reached an all-time high of $435,300, but sales volume is down 2.7% year-over-year and inventory is up by over 15%. Despite a slowdown in the real estate market, home prices have increased significantly over the past five years, with a 49% increase.
3. Martha Kortiak Mert provides insights on choosing the right 529 college savings plan, emphasizing the tax benefits, expanded qualified expenses list, and flexibility in transferring funds. Factors to consider include state tax benefits, investment options, ease of use, and program delivery.529 plans can also be transferred to another beneficiary or to a Roth IRA for leftover funds. Start saving early and consider using tax savings to boost your savings rate for retirement or other goals.

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