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Q. Do funds in the custodial account affect eligibility for financial aid of the beneficiary?

Yes. A Custodial account may impact an application for college financial aid. If the student owns the account, it counts toward their own net worth. If their legal parent(s) own the account, it counts toward the net worth of the parent(s). …

Q. Who is eligible for a custodial account?

Any minor under the age of majority (18 or 21 depending on the state) can be a beneficiary of a Stash Custodial Account. Minors who hold a green card or visa and are not U.S. citizens can receive money from a Custodial Account.…
Q. What are my Stash investment portfolio choices?

Investing can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. Stash makes things simple with our four investment portfolio options. As each portfolio type serves a different purpose, you may invest in any or all of these. What’s important is that you have options to get to the next level of your investment goals. …

Q. Age of majority

The age of majority is when a minor becomes an adult. The age varies by state, but is usually either 18 or 21. After a minor reaches the age of majority, the funds in their custodial account¹ are theirs to use at their own discretion.…

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