Public Universities Shape Leaders - UNest Helps You Save for That Future

Public universities have shaped countless leaders and innovators. Start saving now to give your child that opportunity.

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Parenting Comes with Mental Load—Let UNest Lighten It

Parenting is mentally exhausting without adding financial stress. Let UNest simplify saving for your child's future.

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Celebrate Independence with UNest Rewards

Celebrate Independence with UNest Rewards

Celebrate your family's path to financial independence. UNest rewards make building your child's future even more rewarding.

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Budgeting for Big Goals Starts with Small Steps

Budgeting for Big Goals Starts with Small Steps

Big financial goals start with small consistent steps. Learn how simple budgeting can fund your child's dreams.

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6 Ways to Reduce Costs in 2025—And One That Builds the Future

6 Ways to Reduce Costs in 2025—And One That Builds the Future

Smart cost-cutting creates opportunities to invest in your child's future. Discover six ways to save and one that builds wealth.

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Financial Power for Women Starts at Home

Financial Power for Women Starts at Home

Teaching financial skills at home empowers the next generation of women. UNest makes building wealth accessible for every family.

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Overwhelmed by Finances? Start Small with UNest

Overwhelmed by Finances? Start Small with UNest

Financial planning doesn't have to be overwhelming. Start small with UNest and build your child's future one step at a time.

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Success Stories Begin with Early Saving - Let UNest Be a Part of Your Success Story

Success Stories Begin with Early Saving - Let UNest Be a Part of Your Success Story

Every success story starts with early financial planning. Let UNest help you write your family's path to financial freedom.

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Raising Financially Responsible Kids Starts at Home

Raising Financially Responsible Kids Starts at Home

Teaching kids about money at home builds lifelong financial habits. UNest gives parents tools to start money conversations early.

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Stretching Dollars, Growing Dreams

Stretching Dollars, Growing Dreams

Even modest savings can lead to big opportunities over time. UNest makes it easy to invest starting with just a few dollars.

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Don’t just take our word for it

Hear what trusted money experts say about why UTMA and UGMA accounts can be a smart way to invest for a child’s future.

Dave Ramsey

Investing for your kid’s future

Dave Ramsey

Personal Finance Expert

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There are some tax advantages to using UGMA and UTMA accounts… Since they’re in your child’s name, the accounts will be taxed according to their tax bracket… There are no contribution limits on UGMA and UTMA accounts.

Dave Ramsey

Personal Finance Expert

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Jill Schlesinger

Straightforward “starter” investing account for kids

Jill Schlesinger

Emmy winning Business Analyst

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…you could consider opening an account where you can dive deeper with the kids by your side. The easiest way to do so is to open a custodial account, known as an UGMA … or UTMA … account.

Jill Schlesinger

Emmy winning Business Analyst

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Jim Cramer

Give children money that can accumulate over time

Jim Cramer

CNBC Host

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You can give children money that can accumulate somewhat tax-free over time... I love them (UTMAs) because they were like, trusts that you didn’t need lawyers to create.... I think it’s one of the better tax breaks around though. I know hunting for tax breaks may not sound very exciting, but that’s how you take care of your family.

Jim Cramer

CNBC Host

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