In the past, when kids wanted to give to a charity, they either had to send their money by mail or visit the physical location in which the charity did business. Those days are long gone. An increasing trend you…
In the past, divorce and remarriage were something that people seriously frowned on. Now, however, step-parents are just as common as biological ones. This is not necessarily “right,” or “wrong,” but you should be aware that a blended family can…
The news that parents are spending and are in debt by now is nothing new. What experts are still a little surprised at, though, is how much kids are spending, too. Many of them are scratching their head about why…
First jobs are a rite of passage for young people, offering a degree of financial independence. They can provide a great work experience and skill development, as well. Even so, kids shouldn’t start handing out a bunch of applications until…
Financial literacy isn’t just a personal issue. It’s a social issue, because many people are in need of financial assistance. This is where you can teach your child not only to manage funds and other assets, but to have a…
One of the biggest financial lessons your children will have to learn is that, in most cases, money is something people earn. It doesn’t magically grow on trees, as the saying goes, and the amount of effort put into a…
If you’re like most parents, a major goal when it comes to your kids and money is simply to ensure, by whatever means possible, that your children are a little better off financially than you were. In other words, you…
Even though the economists say finances are shaky around the world and in the average home, opportunities are still everywhere. You can see them in flat-screen televisions, college degrees, toys and restaurants with big flashing signs. Your child will make…
As much of the world strives to keep themselves afloat financially, a common song financial experts are singing is that you should live within your means. Kids (and many parents) often have trouble understanding exactly what this phrase means, however….
A ton has changed over the last hundred years or so—that’s unquestionable. Virtually all industries have had to accommodate in some way, and the finance industry is no exception. The difference between the way things were and the way things…