Kids & Money
Information, commentary and analysis on your kids and money, from the team at Kiplinger.
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Should You Start a Trump Account for Your Child?Trump Accounts will launch on July 4, 2026. Here, we look at whether you should sign your kid up.
By Charles Lewis Sizemore, CFA
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What to Do When a 529 Plan Doesn't Cover the Cost of CollegeDon't dip into your own retirement savings if your child's 529 plan won't cover all their college expenses. The plan can be more flexible than you might think.
By Bennett Pardue, CFP®, CDFA®, Investment Adviser Representative
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You Survived 'Maycember.' Here are 8 Ways to CelebrateParents spend May juggling packed calendars, emotional labor and rising costs. Here are a few worthwhile ways to finally splurge on themselves this summer.
By Choncé Maddox
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The Astounding Amount Parents are Spending on Kids' SportsFamily spending on youth sports has surged as year-round leagues, training and travel become increasingly common.
By Choncé Maddox
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How to Turn Your Teen's Summer Paycheck Into a $1M Nest EggLearn how to help your teen open a custodial Roth IRA and turn their summer paycheck into decades of tax-free growth.
By Kimberly Lankford
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How to Help Your Adult Kids Without Hurting Your RetirementThe Bank of Mom and Dad can be challenging — financially and emotionally. These tips pave the way.
By Diane Harris
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Money Lessons for Kids (and Adults) From a Financial AdviserIt's never too early to get started understanding wealth — and what generations who came before you did to set you on your path.
By Mary Ware, CFP®, CIMA®, CDFA®
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Trump Accounts Are a No-Brainer if You're Eligible (How to Apply)What's not to like about tax-efficient savings that grow with your child and may even get a $1,000 federal contribution? If you're eligible, it makes sense to sign up.
By Matt Marinovich, CFP®
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5 Money Lessons I Learned From My MomIt's not easy being the family CFO.
By Alexandra Svokos
