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Saving/Investing for Kids
Should You Invest for Kids in UGMA vs. Brokerage Accounts?
You can use your own brokerage account or a custodial account to invest money for your child. Both options come with advantages and disadvantages.
By Jessica Sillers
Saving/Investing for Kids
Am I Ready to Invest for My Kids? A Checklist for Parents
A UGMA account holds assets like cash and investments for a minor. Check if you’re ready for a UGMA, and how to make sure your account is on track.
By Jessica Sillers
Wills & Estate Planning
How to Be the Executor of an Estate: Duties & Responsibilities
If you’re the executor of an estate, it’s up to you to distribute your loved one’s belongings correctly. Here’s how.
By Beth Braverman
Work, Life, Balanced
Does Your Partner Lie About Money? Ways to Find—and Fix—Financial Infidelity
Financial infidelity, or being dishonest about money with your partner, can affect your finances and relationship. Spot unhealthy patterns and learn ways to build money habits that strengthen your bond.
By Jessica Sillers
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Saving/Investing for Kids
Should You Invest for Kids in UGMA vs. Brokerage Accounts?
You can use your own brokerage account or a custodial account to invest money for your child. Both options come with advantages and disadvantages.
By Jessica Sillers
Life insurance
6 Reasons Your Life Insurance Rate Might Be High—That Have Nothing to Do With Health
Your overall risk profile determines your life insurance premium rates. In addition to health, these lifestyle factors can have an effect on the cost of your policy.
By Jessica Sillers
Featured Posts
Life insurance
How Your Credit Score Impacts Your Ability to Get Life Insurance
A credit-based insurance score can affect your policy and premium rates. Learn why insurance companies gather this information and how they use it.
By Jessica Sillers
Saving/Investing for Kids
The Parent’s Guide to UGMA vs. Trust Funds
Either a UGMA account or trust fund can help you gift money to your child. UGMAs are simpler and cheaper, while trust funds offer more flexibility for complex arrangements.
By Jessica Sillers
Life insurance
Term vs. Whole Life Insurance: What’s the Difference?
Term and whole life insurance are the main types of life insurance. We breakdown the differences to help you choose the right policy. Learn more.
By Allison Kade
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