Can a ugma account have a margin?

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2026-05-07 20:15

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No, a Uniform Gifts to Minors Act (UGMA) account cannot have a margin. UGMA accounts are custodial accounts established for minors, and they are meant to hold and manage assets for the benefit of the minor until they reach the age of majority. Since margin trading involves borrowing funds to invest, which introduces significant risk, it is not permitted in custodial accounts like UGMA.

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