How Did You Learn About Money?
As a kid, how did you learn about money? For some people, the topic never came up. Handling bills, income, expense and unanticipated challenges were largely invisible and handled by the adults with little or no transparency. While some families talked openly about money, chances are you were in the majority who received...
Back to School – 6 Tips When it Comes to Kids and Money
When we think of back to school, we think of what our kids will learn to set themselves up for success as adults. Among these is understanding finances and saving money. As parents decide when to start teaching kids about money, sooner is better than later. Kids can learn a lot watching their parents. What they see...
Helping Kids Deal with a Financial Crisis
Most of us experience money problems at some point in our lives. Kids are very alert. Helping kids deal with a financial crisis is important.
How to Plan for Back to School Expenses in a Time of COVID-19
As families track the latest news about their communities K-12 reopening plans, it’s clear this is a school year like no other - especially as families plan for back to school expenses. Will students return in the classroom? Will a K-12 student school year involve a mix of online and in-class learning? Or will school...
3 Money Saving Back-to-School Shopping Tips
The National Retail Federation (NRF) is expecting this year’s back-to-school shopping season to be the most expensive ever. According to their survey, on average, families with children in grades K-12, plan to spend nearly $700 and those with college students plan to spend nearly $1,000, both the highest ever recorded...
Money Management: A Family Affair
A family budget can help you manage money together as a family or a couple. It is a valuable tool for open and honest communication about money, and for teaching children important financial skills. Budgeting together enables all members of the family to participate and support each other in financial goals and decisions....
Decluttering & Selling
If you’re anything like me, you probably have stuff in your house, garage, basement or maybe a rented storage unit that you rarely ever touch. Decluttering and organizing your household items can help relieve stress and get you closer to your financial goals. With the new year fast approaching, it may be the perfect...
Cancel Your Subscriptions
With the click of a button you can sign up for a subscription to stream music or your favorite T.V. series. It’s easy to be roped in by offers for gym memberships, grocery delivery, and box subscriptions. These relatively “small” recurring costs can add up quickly. Many times, we’re unaware of exactly...
Mothers are Financial Leaders
Mother’s Day is a time to celebrate the women who brought us into the world. Did you know that Mothers are Financial Leaders in their households?
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