I didn’t have a lot of exposure to financial education as a child. That’s consistent with a wealth management poll that found that 37% of those in my generation had no one to teach them about investing; the number ticks up to 38% for Baby Boomers.
That’s why I opened a minor’s account for each of my three children and encouraged them to invest through the platform. I wanted them to start learning about money—and yes, taxes—while they were young enough to make mistakes and ask questions.
My youngest has enjoyed a terrific return, prompting ...