kids and money Archive

Are Your Kids $marter Than You?

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!

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

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Four Year Old Money Mavens

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

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ASK MARY: When to get the kids their own account

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...)

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I Want That! Sneaky Ways to Teach your Kids about Money

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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