Make Saving Money a Family Affair
Make Saving Money a Family Affair
Teaching kids of all ages important financial lessons about money and savings doesn’t have to be an unpleasant chore. In fact, it can actually be fun! The trick is to make conversations about saving money as frequent and natural as anything else you talk about as a family. Of course, what you talk about and […]
Read More5 Tips for Saving on Refurbished Electronics
If you’ve purchased a new computer, tablet, smart phone, TV, or any other electronics recently, there’s a good chance you had the chance to save money on a refurbished version. You’ve also probably wondered what, exactly, does “refurbished” mean? And whether it’s worth the risk Surprisingly, refurbished doesn’t necessarily mean an item is used or […]
Read MoreUse Kids’ Fundraisers to Teach Money Lessons
It’s happened again. Your child came from school with a catalog, an order form, and a directive to sell, sell, sell. It’s fundraising time, and the pressure is on. If your first instinct is to take the form to work and get your coworkers to help your child reach their goal, it’s OK. We’ve all […]
Read MoreWhat to Do if You Can’t Pay the Mortgage
Sitting down to pay bills and discovering there’s not enough money to cover the mortgage is a shocking moment. Fortunately, there are options available to you if you find you can’t make your mortgage payment. But you must act quickly to have the best chance of a positive outcome. Here are the steps to take […]
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