
The Plan to Save for Your Child’s Future
The high school graduation clock starts counting down as soon as your child is born. The golden ticket that is a college degree can offer your child a bright future and prosperous career, while giving you the peace of mind that everything will be ok. However, planning to save for this bright future is tough for many families. According to Sallie Mae, only 6 in 10 parents are saving for college, and although savings have been the highest since 2013, most families only have $18,135 saved towards higher education.
Almost every parent is thrust into the situation of planning their child’s educational future with little preparation or education regarding the investment options available. The cost of education has been skyrocketing for many years. Most parents have saved under $20,000 for their child’s future - this does not cover one year of fees, books, tuition and housing at a state run public university. The sticker price for a four-year degree at a private school is eye-watering and simply keeps inflating year-on-year.
Graduates these are days are finding it increasingly difficult to purchase their first home, start a family, pay off loans and save for retirement. We know that no parent wants this future for their child and we understand how frustrating it can be when it comes to putting money aside for college.
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By using the U-Nest application, you can provide your child with the bright future they deserve. For as little as $25 per month, you can help your kids achieve their dreams.
The U-Nest would love to help you build for your family’s future!
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Hear what trusted money experts say about why UTMA and UGMA accounts can be a smart way to invest for a child’s future.
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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Investing for your kid’s future
Dave Ramsey
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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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Straightforward “starter” investing account for kids
JILL SCHLESINGER
Emmy winning Business Analyst
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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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Give children money that can accumulate over time
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