03/27/2026
Nobody taught our parents this
That’s not their fault
But it is our responsibility to do it differently
The biggest financial gift you can give your kids is not money itself.
It’s starting early with the right accounts and EDUCATING them how to make good financial decisions as they get older.
Here are 5 accounts every parent should know
1. 529 Plan
A state-sponsored, tax-advantaged education savings account where contributions grow tax-deferred and can be withdrawn tax-free for qualified education expenses
2. Custodial Roth IRA
A retirement account opened on behalf of a minor with earned income, allowing after-tax contributions to grow tax-free and be withdrawn tax-free in retirement
3. Custodial Brokerage Account
A taxable investment account held in a child’s name and managed by a custodian until the age of majority, with no contribution limits or restrictions on use
4. High Yield Savings Account
An FDIC-insured savings account offered by banks or credit unions that pays a variable interest rate significantly higher than traditional savings accounts
5. 529 ABLE Account
A tax-advantaged savings account for individuals with disabilities that allows funds to grow tax-free without impacting eligibility for certain government benefits
You do not need to open all five
You just need to start one
Your kids do not need a perfect parent
They need a parent with a plan
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You can’t be rich if you don’t think rich