Uniform Gift to Minors
Uniform Gift to Minors
Uniform Gift to Minors, also known as UGMA, is a trust that allows minors to invest in securities. Parents establish UGMAs on behalf of their children, and any funds deposited by the parents are considered irrevocable gifts. When the child reaches the age of 18 or 21 (depending on the state), he receives full control of the assets in the account.