Helping kids appreciate money
SR Education Group is an organization that takes college affordability very serious. They are striving to be the most authoritative online resource to help students choose the best school for their career aspirations and budget.
Read MoreIs your child a budding entrepreneur? Read about Cameron Herold who coaches and mentors young entrepreneurs and how to spot if you might have one in your own home.
Read MoreWith just over a week before Christmas, you may be starting to sweat about how to pick up those last few gifts and prep your home for holiday guests. Indeed, procrastinating is one of the biggest spending pitfalls during what's supposed to be a jolly season!
When time becomes crucial, budgets and price tags are often ignored in favor of the easiest and fastest gift options available. To keep your cool and get gifts in time without dishing out more cash than you planned, follow these time-sensitive tactics for shopping late in the holiday season.
Read MoreHave you heard about The Innovative Kids of America Project? It is a new concept designed to inspire, excite, and provide kids ages 5 through 18 with a real life opportunity to start their own business.
Read More…In Portland, Oregon it is legal to beg for money on the streets but it’s illegal to sell mistletoe – even if you’re only 11 years old? If you haven’t heard the recent news, that’s the absolute truth. Just ask Madison Root. Her efforts to sell mistletoe in a public park at Portland Saturday market were recently thwarted. Thanks to extensive coverage in the press, the market has now offered for Madison and her father, Ashton, to become members without paying the vendor fee.
So, what caused all this uproar in the first place?
Here’s the story…
That was me. Waiting in line out in the cold at Best Buy. Checking my phone every few minutes in case another potential deal was posted. Driven by a desire for a great deal, anxious that I might miss something I really need anyway, anticipating that feeling of success. Imagining my wife and my friend's looks of surprise and admiration as I described the unbelievably small amounts of money that I paid for the most amazing things.
"Your strings are being pulled," the inner voice whispered as I danced to the advertising around me...
Read MoreBlack Friday and the holidays are right around the corner, and teens and college students are preparing for their break from academics. Here are some helpful tips for seeking seasonal work.
Read MoreAs you prepare for the upcoming holidays and gift giving, keep in mind that some of the most special gifts are not those that are purchased with money but those crafted from your hands, your time, and your love. Here are a number of creative and fun ideas for the whole family.
Read MoreThe young people of today may be able to use computers, mobile gadgets and other web-enabled devices, but that doesn’t mean they can fully leverage them to complete basic functions. Or that they are prepared for the future, which is full of technology as far as the eye can see. How do you best prepare your kids for the technology future?
Did you know you should never cut an infant’s nails until it is a twelve-month old, or it
will be light-fingered and addicted to stealing.
That's crazy you might say. Well, there's lot's more money folklore right here.
Did you know that no one actually invented the “piggy bank”? Learn about it's origin here.
Teaching children about the state of our economy in these economically turbulent times can be challenging for parents especially when they don’t always understand the situation and terminology themselves. The following is a list of some great tips and resources that can help parents and children make sense of the economy, and also their own financial security.
Read MoreThere’s been lots of talk in the news about the current government shutdown, and at this time, there’s no clear indication of when the situation will be resolved. But how is the shutdown affecting the American family? Here's a list of some of the ramifications of the government shutdown and how they might affect you.
Bringing a baby (or several) into this world brings tremendous joy and responsibility and can be a big financial investment. Check out these facts and statistics for having and raising children in the United States.
Read MoreWhile some retailers are already prepping for the holiday season, most of us have our minds on fall festivities. A recent study showed spending on Halloween will be close to $7 billion this year. Of that, over $1 billion will be spent on costumes for kids. Thankfully, you don’t have to spend an arm and a leg to ensure your kiddos have a happy Halloween. Check out these seven ways to cut the cost of costumes without eliminating all the fun.
Read MoreAlbert Einstein called compound interest the “eighth wonder of the world.” Compound interest works like magic, with your money constantly feeding on itself to grow larger and larger. How does it work? It’s easy really. Interest is earned and paid not just on your principal, but also on all the previous interest earned. Your total balance grows faster and faster without you doing a thing!
Read MoreDid You Know your chances of winning the lottery are staggering—about one in 175.2 million. You're more likely to die from a bee sting (one in 6.1 million), be struck by lightning (one in 3 million) or have conjoined twins (one in 200,000). Yet millions of people each week venture out to purchase a chance for a new life.
It’s a scary thought, but it won’t be long before the holiday shopping season is in full swing. Christmas Creep is already setting in as trees and tinsel emerge in the aisles of your favorite stores. While few of us welcome this pre-Halloween intrusion, it serves as a good reminder that it’s never too early to start planning your holiday budget. Try these tips to get your finances in order now so you’re not facing a massive credit card bill come January.
The website, H.I.P. Pocket Change (History in Your Pocket) is a government website where kids can learn all about the United States Mint. The site is all about fun and information, especially coin information.
Read MoreWhen you think about living frugally do thoughts of sacrifice and deprivation come to mind? If so, then it’s time to change your mindset and embrace the fact that frugal living is less about depriving yourself of things and more about living smarter so you can afford the life you want to live.
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