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Kids and Money
What You Need to Know About Bank Accounts for Teens
Back-to-school season is definitely different in 2020. But it’s still a good time to celebrate your child’s growth and achievements as they transition into a new academic year. For many, that can mean opening their teen’s first bank account. In addition to being a great teaching tool for positive money habits, it adds convenience for […]
Read MoreHow to Talk to Kids About Money During the COVID-19 Pandemic
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect people around the world, staying healthy is everyone’s top concern. But following closely behind that are concerns about money and finances. Record numbers of Americans are filing for unemployment, and those who remain fully employed are tightening their belts. The financial strain being placed on parents can make […]
Read MoreCheap or Free Things to Do While Social Distancing
Now that we’re several weeks into spending more time indoors due to social distancing guidelines, you might be running out of things to do. Here’s a list of some of our favorite ways to pass the time. As a bonus, most of them are free or cost very little. Intentional Streaming Streaming movies and […]
Read MoreDon’t Let Your Kids Catch You Making These Money Mistakes
When it comes to teaching kids positive financial habits, it’s important for parents to practice what they preach. If you talk about the benefits of frugality but your kids see you spending frivolously, which example do you think they’re going to emulate? Because actions speak louder than words, you don’t want to let your kids […]
Read More5 Tips to Help Adult Children Move Out on Their Own
The number of adult children who move back in with one or both parents has been on the rise since 2000 and shows no signs of slowing down. In fact, more than 20 percent of adults age 23-37 are currently living at home. The high cost of housing, crushing student loan debt and stagnant wages […]
Read More10 Financial Milestones for Kids of All Ages
When it comes to teaching kids about money, it can be hard to know where to start. Knowing the right time to introduce key concepts can help them retain the information and form the building blocks of understanding personal finances. Here’s a breakdown of key financial milestones for kids and when to start talking about […]
Read MoreHow to Conduct a Family Financial Audit
With the school year in full swing and the holidays quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to do a family financial audit. Don’t let the sound of it intimidate you. It simply means taking the time to evaluate expenses that affect the whole family and seeing where you can make adjustments to save money. Now […]
Read MoreTips for Talking to Young Adults About Money
No one is born knowing how to handle their money and personal finances. We learn these skills over time, through trial and error. There’s no doubt money mistakes can be great teachers, but they’re not the only way for young adults to learn. You can play a part by modeling positive financial habits and regularly […]
Read More5 Ways to Save Money on Tutoring
Tutoring is a great way to help your child catch up in one specific subject, learn effective studying skills or keep up with homework and projects. The only problem is, it can be an expensive addition to the family budget. But it doesn’t have to be. There are many resources available to make tutoring more […]
Read MoreHow to Get Teens Involved in Saving for College
In a perfect world, everyone would begin savings for their children’s college education shortly after their babies come into the world. But in reality, that’s just not realistic. There’s a lot of life — and expenses — that happen before kids graduate high school and head off to college. Of course, the earlier you begin […]
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