kids and money Archive
Tips for Raising Financially Fit Kids
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, parenting
At 8:20 a.m. on the nose they raced into the classroom, 25 spirited kindergarteners. They paid no attention to me as they stuffed their jackets into their cubbies and made their way to table time. This morning they found pennies and cardboard cards showing... (more...)
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Facing Past Money Mistakes and Letting Kids Fly $olo
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
For Cindy and John Russo, nothing is more important than the happiness of their two sons and the success of their band – even if that means their finances are left playing second fiddle. John often leaves Cindy in the dark about the bills, and carries... (more...)
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Are Your Kids $marter Than You?
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Videos
Why isn’t personal finance a required course in every high school? Too many of us learn our lessons the hard way. My pal Kim talks about the stuff that should be talked about in school and at home. Read More →
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Teach Kids Good Money Habits, Even if You Need Help Yourself!
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Videos
Your kids learn their lessons about money from you. Even if you are financially unfit, you can still be a great money mentor. Here is how. BTW Sorry for the misleading headline on the video. This is not a story on tennis as you will see when you click! Read More →
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Your Turn: Teaching an 8 yr old about Money
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Videos, parenting
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Four Year Old Money Mavens
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Personal Development, Videos, relationships and money
I visit some Pre-schoolers who show us its never too early to have the money talk with your kids. Read More →
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Your Turn: Kids and Shopping
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Videos, shopping
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ASK MARY: When to get the kids their own account
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, banking
Thanks everyone for the questions- keep them coming! Here is a good one about kids and money. What age should children start having their own savings and checking accounts? -Mia I think children can start having their own savings account as early as... (more...)
Tags: checking accounts, kids and money, mary caraccioli, Mary Talks Money, saving accounts
I Want That! Sneaky Ways to Teach your Kids about Money
Posted by Mary Caraccioli | Filed under Kids, Lifestyle, Videos, shopping
One request I get from parents is, “how can I teach my kids to be better with their money?” I say start early. Begin by showing them how you make decisions. Can you explain to a 6 year old why buying a gallon of milk may be a better deal... (more...)
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