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Kid Saving Account: March 2026 update for parents

This March 18, 2026 update explains recent Treasury and IRS proposed regulations for the federal child-account pilot, including the one-time $1,000 government contribution and the rule that contributions cannot begin before July 4, 2026. It outlines who may be eligible, the Form

March 18, 2026 | 7 min read

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Section 530A (Trump Accounts): What Parents Should Do Before July 4, 2026

Summarizes IRS proposed rules for Section 530A “Trump Accounts” (March 2026), including mid‑2026 activation, a prohibition on contributions before July 4, 2026, eligibility (children born 2025–2028, U.S. citizen, SSN), the $5,000 annual cap for 2026–27, Form 4547 election timing,

March 18, 2026 | 6 min read

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