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Naming a beneficiary on your Robinhood account

On Behalf of | Jun 6, 2023 | Estate Planning

It is important to consider what happens to your assets in the event of your passing. This includes not only physical assets, but also digital assets such as investments made through the Robinhood app. One important step in ensuring that your investments are distributed according to your wishes is to designate a beneficiary on your Robinhood account. Here’s how to do it:

1. Log in to your Robinhood account

The first step in designating a beneficiary on your Robinhood account is to log in to your account. If you don’t already have a Robinhood account, you will need to create one.

2. Navigate to the account settings page

Once you are logged in to your Robinhood account, navigate to the account settings page.

3. Click on “Beneficiary”

On the account settings page, scroll down until you see the “Beneficiary” section. Click on “Beneficiary” to begin the process of designating a beneficiary. .

4. Choose your beneficiary

On the beneficiary page, you will be given the option to choose your beneficiary. You can add up to 10 beneficiaries on Robinhood

5. Enter your beneficiary’s information

Once you have chosen your beneficiary, you will need to enter their information, including their full legal name, date of birth, and email address.

6. Confirm your beneficiary

After you have entered your beneficiary’s information, you will be asked to confirm your beneficiary. Review the information you have entered to ensure that it is correct, and then click “Confirm”.

7. Update your beneficiary as needed

It is important to regularly review and update your beneficiary information to ensure that it reflects your current wishes. You can do this by following the same steps outlined above.

In conclusion, designating a beneficiary on your Robinhood account is an important step in ensuring that your investments are distributed according to your wishes in the event of your passing. By following the steps outlined above, you can easily designate a beneficiary on your Robinhood account and update it as needed.

As always, it is important to consult with an attorney regarding your overall estate plan. Please do not hesitate to reach out to The Siegel Law Firm, PA with any questions.