savings bonds — traditionally, they are the most stable investment to make, and they can be dedicated in the child's name. A bevy of savings bonds, built up over time, can provide for a college education or a little extra cash once they graduate high school.">
Investing for your children's future — one has to wonder if the little ingrates deserve it. That aside, establishing an investment for your children means considering what investment to make. Stocks or mutual funds can't be in a minor's name, and they are risky. You could look into <a href="http://personalmoneystore.com/moneyblog/2009/12/17/savings-bonds-childrens-futures/ ">savings bonds</a> — traditionally, they are the most stable investment to make, and they can be dedicated in the child's name. A bevy of savings bonds, built up over time, can provide for a college education or a little extra cash once they graduate high school.