Helping kids appreciate money
Teaching kids about money doesn’t have to be a difficult task if you simply build the process into your normal day-to-day activities. You can start the process with children as young as two years old. Here is an age-by-age guide to teaching money milestones to kids.
Read MoreKids sometimes have the funniest ideas regarding where money comes from. Here are several that will make you laugh.
Read MoreToday's kids are no strangers to financial woes. Surprisingly, it's not just U.S. kids who have concerns about family finances. According to a recent Children's World Study, “the majority of youngsters share the same stress and concerns as their parents and the politicians of their countries.”
Read MoreWe’ve all heard the warnings about how potential employers can view the social media accounts of prospective employees to determine if they are hire-worthy but did you know that your social media habits might also affect your credit score?
Read MoreThe over-commercialism of Christmas can leave parents exacerbated as they strive to keep the meaning of Christmas at the forefront for their families. I experienced that frustration when my three children were younger and came across a great gift-giving alternative in a magazine article. It was a wonderful concept for saving money in my Christmas giving while also teaching my children the importance of the meaning of the season—the birth of Jesus.
Read MoreGrandparents are well known for spoiling their grandchildren. Yet when it comes time for giving back to them at the holidays, it can be difficult to find gifts that are both affordable and meaningful. So, what do you get for the grandparents who may seem to have everything they need? Here are ten fun and creative holiday gift ideas for the grandparents in your life.
Read MoreAccording to the National Retail Federation holiday shoppers plan to spend an average $463 on family members, up from $458 last year and the highest in survey history. Your family doesn’t have to break the bank during this gift-giving season. Here are seven wonderful ideas for creative holiday giving on a tight budget.
Read MoreSearching for free scholarships and grants for college can be fun when you apply for some of these wacky and weird scholarships. Don’t delay… application deadlines are fast approaching!
Read MoreWith all the negative news in the media these days, it’s great to hear about someone doing great things for other people—and especially when that “someone” is a child or a group of children.
Read MoreFamilies that focus more on the material side of the holidays tend to feel less happy than families that focus on spending time together. Make a commitment to create a new tradition this holiday season and give the gift of yourselves to others by teaching your kids the spirit of volunteering.
Read MoreIt is normal to feel uncomfortable talking about finances with your children. But really...it's not as bad as you think. Here are 10 things to consider when teaching your kids about money.
Read MoreHere are ten beneficial tips for parents of employed teens. Investing the time in teaching your kids these tips now will be a big investment in their future, and their financial success.
Read MoreSome kids just seem to be born with an entrepreneurial spirit. Take, for example, 8-year-old Rachel Mennett from Summerville, SC, who upon learning of the plight of wounded warrior Nicholas Bailey, jumped into action to help.
Read MoreIf you'r savvy in your back to school shopping, you can reduce the stress and expense, and get back to enjoying the final days of summer. Consider these tips when shopping for school supplies for your children.
Read MoreIt's time for school again. To get you and your kids off on the right foot, technologically speaking, check out these back-to-school apps.
Read MoreThe task in preparing to send your kids off to college may be daunting but it doesn’t have to totally overwhelm you. Thankfully, there is lots of information on the Internet and we've gone and compiled an extensive list to get you and your kids off on the right track.
Read MoreHere are TEN MORE fun and inexpensive ways to keep your kids entertained this summer without breaking the bank.
Read MoreLooking for some fun, educational apps for your kids. Then check these out.
Read MoreSpring break is almost upon us, and parents are diligently seeking fun and interesting activities to keep their children occupied. Here are some creative ideas that also have an educational value.
Read MoreThere are plenty of opportunities out there for your child to earn a buck or two.Depending on their age, the opportunities just grow as their skills and maturity grows.The key is to put together a plan of action and then do it!
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