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One of the most powerful gifts you can give a child is a head start on building wealth. Plus, it gives you the opportunity to teach the next generation all about the ups and downs of investing – in real time. However, choosing the right account for a kid can be surprisingly complex. Robert Brokamp discusses the pros and cons of five of the most common options, including the new Trump accounts.
Also in this episode:
-International stocks are off to a stellar start in 2026, outperforming U.S. stocks by the biggest margin since 1995
-The data center buildout to support the AI arms race is driving up electricity prices, and may have the same impact on home prices
-A recent report identified three criteria that tend to make a stock market downturn more likely
-Include your pet in your estate plan to ensure she or he goes to the caring home of your choice (and not a shelter), and set aside money for expenses

Host: Robert Brokamp
Engineer: Bart Shannon

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