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Trump accounts: Why they’re not your typical college fund
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· July 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The Trump account is similar to other savings vehicles, such as 529 college savings plans and UTMA accounts, in that it allows families to set aside assets for their children.
A new tax-deferred savings option has been introduced, aimed at helping families save for their children. This option is known as the Trump account, and it was established through last year's tax legislation. The Trump account is similar to other savings vehicles, such as 529 college savings plans and UTMA accounts, in that it allows families to set aside assets for their children.
Further details about the Trump account, including its potential uses and how it operates, are available from sources such as KVIA ABC-7, which has more information on this topic.
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Category: local Published: July 31, 2026 Source: KVIA ABC-7 Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A new tax-deferred savings option has been introduced, aimed at helping families save for their children. This option is known as the Trump account, and it was established through last year's tax…
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