Imagine what the world would look like if kids learned at a very early age not only how to handle money, but how to make the most of it. I imagine a diminished U.S. national debt, paid off cars and…
When my wife and I were expecting our first daughter, we spent hours poring over product reviews, polling friends and family, and researching the very best baby gear that would keep our little bundle safe, healthy, and happy. The good…
I did it. My mother did it. Her mother did it. Many of my friends did it, and I know countless other women who did it. Reports from the Bureau of Labor Statistics show that 40% of mothers with children…
A topic that I’ve seen written about quite a bit lately is the proper time to start teaching your children about money. And frankly, some of the advice I’ve read borders on the ridiculous. I have actually heard some people claim…
Many families are being hit hard by the recent economic recession, and will likely celebrate Christmas a little less extravagantly than usual as a result. This might mean making cheap homemade Christmas decorations and ornaments or buying dollar store items, using…
Teaching children how to save money every month, and why it’s important to do so, can be difficult for many parents, especially those dealing with money issues themselves. Ultimately, your children are likely to mirror your actions and habits when…
As a parent, shopping with your kids can be a frustrating and exhausting experience. When your child is not crying for this thing or that thing, they are sneaking things into the cart or making a big mess in the…
My family and I have revolutionized the way we do allowance in our household. Recently, we have noticed that we were letting things slide, so we decided to look at the motives and behaviors that we want to see in…
If you’ve just discovered you’re about to have a baby, then you might be feeling a bit overwhelmed, especially if it’s your first. You’ve got to get a stroller, a crib, a diaper bag, changing table, and about five million…
Did your parents decide to add a little extra incentive to your school work by bringing money into the fold? More and more, I hear of parents (sometimes even relatives other than parents) that are willing to financially “reward” students…
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