Don't Let an UGMA Leave You Saying 'Ugh'
UGMA/UTMA accounts offer tax advantages, but beware of pitfalls.
The Short Answer
Question: I set up an UGMA for my daughter as a way to help save for college, but now I read that the money in the account could hurt her chances of getting financial aid. Can I cash out the account or move the money to a different type of college-savings plan?
Answer: You're asking the right questions, but you might not be all that satisfied with the answers.