Can I purchase different share classes through CollegeAmerica?
Yes. You may purchase Class 529-A, 529-C or 529-F-1 shares through your financial professional. However, to invest in Class 529-C shares of American Funds Money Market Fund, Intermediate Bond Fund of America® and Short-Term Bond Fund of AmericaSM you must exchange from Class 529-C shares of other American Funds. If your employer offers an employer-sponsored option, you may also purchase Class 529-E shares. Each fund share class has different fees and expenses. Please consult your financial professional to determine which share class is best for you.
Yes. You may purchase Class 529-A, 529-C or 529-F-1 shares through your financial adviser. Class 529-B or 529-C shares of American Funds Money Market Fund, Intermediate Bond Fund of America® and Short-Term Bond Fund of AmericaSM may be acquired only by exchanging from Class 529-B or 529-C shares of other American Funds. If your employer offers an employer-sponsored option, you may also purchase Class 529-E shares. Effective April 21, 2009, Class 529-B shares may not be purchased or acquired by exchange from share classes other than Class 529-B shares. Any investment received by the fund on or after this date that is intended for Class 529-B shares will instead be invested in Class 529-A shares and subject to any applicable sales charges. For additional information on Class 529-B and other 529 share classes, see Appendix C to the CollegeAmerica Program Description. Each fund share class has different fees and expenses. Please consult your financial adviser to determine which share class
