Family Gift for Newborns – Best Use of the Money?

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Hi everyone…

My kids, who are just 2 months old, received a couple of thousand dollars each from their grandparents as a gift. I’ve been sitting on it for about a month, trying to figure out the best way to use it. I’m considering a few options:

  • 529 Plan: To save for future educational expenses.
  • High-Yield Savings Account (HYSA): To earn some interest while keeping the money accessible.
  • 12-Month Certificate of Deposit (CD): To let the money grow a bit more securely.

It’s not a huge amount, so I’m not expecting massive growth, but I want to make sure it’s working for the kids rather than just sitting idle.

What are your thoughts on these options? Are there other strategies I should consider for banking or investing money for newborns? I want to make a well-informed decision but am unsure of the best approach.

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A 529 is the finest present you can offer your children to ensure they don’t have debt when they graduate from college. The ability to roll over funds from the 529 into a Roth IRA when they aren’t needed for college expenditures is its finest feature.

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