How can I invest for my child?

You can invest for your child through a traditional brokerage account. These accounts give you full flexibility and broad investment options: You can invest in stocks, bonds, mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) or predesigned diversified mixes, such as an Acorns account. Money can be used for any kind of purchase or expense.

How can I help my kids choose investments?

You can open and fund a custodial brokerage account, Roth IRA, ABLE account, special needs trust or 529 and help your kids select investments. It's never too early to start. Many or all of the products featured here are from our partners who compensate us.

How do I choose the best investment account for my kids?

No matter which type of brokerage account you decide to open for your kids, you'll need to start by finding a broker that offers custodial accounts. The best investment accounts for kids charge no account fees and have no minimum initial deposit. This allows your kids to start investing with a small amount of money.