Published: Dec. 19, 2025 at 11:46 a.m. ET
Parents with adult children might be planning to leave behind significant sums as part of their estates. But maybe they should consider giving money to the next generation earlier. The money could be far more helpful when the adult children are buying homes or facing other major expenses than it would be when the children themselves are nearing retirement age.
Charles Passy explained how to take a balanced approach when considering giving money to your adult children.
