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Investing for the next generation

Most parents and grandparents want to help their children financially, whether it is making sure there is enough money for their education or eventually helping them to buy a property. An early objective as they grow up may well be to help children understand the value and importance of money.

This guide offers a brief outline of the basic tax and legal rules, and the investment products that are suitable for children to help achieve the goals set for them.

Investing for children – what is included in the guide:


Setting specific investment goals

Looking at timescales and goals for your investments

How children are taxed

Setting out the tax brackets and allowances for children

Tax-efficient investments for children

Walking you through the most tax-efficient ways to invest for your children

Personal pensions

Pensions can be an effective way to invest for your children

Should you use a trust?

The long-term future benefits of setting up a trust

Tax position of trusts

Detailing the tax allowances for children trusts

Our guide offers expert insight into the options available for investing for your children and grandchildren.

Guide to Investing For your children

Meet the expert
Robert Appleby
Robert-Appleby
Financial Planner

Rob joined Progeny in November 2018 as a Paraplanner, following his time in the same role at Evolve Financial Planning, which later became part of Progeny Wealth. He progressed to Financial Planner in April 2019. Rob achieved his Diploma in Financial Planning in October 2017 and is now working towards Chartered status.

Rob is committed to lifestyle financial planning. He uses detailed cashflow modelling to help clients understand their financial future, giving them confidence to make informed and meaningful decisions.

Based in Surrey, Rob lives with his wife and their four children. Outside of work, he is passionate about sport and enjoys taking on new challenges. He is currently training for his third marathon and his first Ironman‑distance triathlon.

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