Teaching children the value of money is something that most parents deem as important, but what are the best ways to do it? In the world we live in, it can be a constant struggle to teach your children the value of money, and make them aware of the fact that cash doesn't grow on … [Read more...] about Tips For Teaching Kids To Budget
Kids and Money
How to Teach Kids About Money Management
People are constantly making excuses for their poor money management--"it is just not something I am good at"--but the fact is, no one comes out knowing how to manage money well, and ANYONE can be good at it. So, how can you teach your children about money management so that they … [Read more...] about How to Teach Kids About Money Management
Peer Pressure and Allowance
Fifteen-year-olds do not turn into crazed consumers overnight but there is hope.Recently a mother was shocked and bewildered when her son demanded she buy him the latest gadget while cursing and swearing at her. She felt hurt and threatened. She is not … [Read more...] about Peer Pressure and Allowance
Kids & Allowance
Many kids expect compensation for the work they do around the house. A weekly allowance was always a part of our Saturdays growing up in my parents home and the more I helped out, the more money I made. Now that I have my own kids, I have learned that there are a few different … [Read more...] about Kids & Allowance
Should Children Earn Their Allowance?
There are many things parents need to teach their children. One of the important life skills that kids need to learn from a fairly early age is money management. Oftentimes, parents will help them learn that skill through giving them an allowance. Allowances for kids have a … [Read more...] about Should Children Earn Their Allowance?
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