Trump accounts: a tax angle for families with a business

Jul 28, 2026

A new savings account for kids called a "Trump account" is getting attention, and the real draw isn't the $1,000 government bonus — it's a tax break for families who run a business.

  • Trump accounts let parents put money aside for their children, with a $1,000 bonus only for kids born during the Trump administration.
  • Most families won't qualify for that bonus, but there's still a reason to open one.
  • If a family runs a business, parents and kids can each pay into the accounts, and the business writes off the contributions.
  • In one example, a family business contributes $10,000 for the kids and turns money that would have gone to taxes into extra cash in their pockets.

Outlook: Expect more high-earning families to open these accounts as a tax move, not just for the small bonus.

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