Understanding Risk Tolerance When Investing for Kids

Understanding Risk Tolerance When Investing for Kids

When people think about risk tolerance, they often associate it with retirement planning or adult investing decisions.

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Parenthood And The Middle Class Crunch

Parenthood And The Middle Class Crunch

For many families today, the math feels harder than it used to.

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What Is a Glide Path And Why It Matters for Kids Investing

What Is a Glide Path And Why It Matters for Kids Investing

When parents think about investing for their children, the focus is often on growth.

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Why Parenthood Still Makes Sense During the Middle Class Crunch

Why Parenthood Still Makes Sense During the Middle Class Crunch

Learn about why parenthood still makes sense during the middle class crunch and how it can help your family's financial future.

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How to Teach Kids Money Skills That Actually Stick

How to Teach Kids Money Skills That Actually Stick

Teaching kids about money has always mattered, but today it feels more urgent than ever.

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Why ETFs Make Sense for Long-Term Investing

Why ETFs Make Sense for Long-Term Investing

When it comes to investing for your child's future, simplicity and consistency often beat complexity and timing.

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More Dads Are Staying Home with the Kids - Here's Why Financial Planning Matters

More Dads Are Staying Home with the Kids - Here's Why Financial Planning Matters

The modern family is evolving. A growing number of dads are stepping into full-time caregiver roles, reflecting a significant cultural shift.

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Preparing for the Future: 2026 Trends in K-12 Innovation Every Parent Should Know

Preparing for the Future: 2026 Trends in K-12 Innovation Every Parent Should Know

The Consortium for School Networking (CoSN) recently outlined the top issues shaping the future of education in 2026.

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Teaching Kids the Difference Between Investing and Gambling

Teaching Kids the Difference Between Investing and Gambling

In today's digital world, the lines between investing, gaming, and gambling are getting blurrier - especially for teens.

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The Power of Dollar Cost Averaging: Why Consistency Wins in the Long Run

The Power of Dollar Cost Averaging: Why Consistency Wins in the Long Run

Dollar cost averaging removes emotion from investing. Consistent contributions build wealth regardless of market swings.

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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

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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.

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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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