7 Signs Your Child Might Have a Shopping/Spending Addiction
The phrase “spending addiction” might conjure up images of adults happily swiping credit cards and swimming in bags of merchandise, but the reality is that kids make up an increasing…
Why Do Stores Have Sales?
Sales can be amazing events that let kids get the most out of the little money they have. Exactly why stores go through these events can be confusing, however—after all,…
So…What’s Inheritance, Anyway?
Inheritance doesn’t just affect adults. It can affect kids, too. Knowing the basics of what inheritance is and how it works thus should be part of any child’s financial education….
7 Tips to Help Your Kids Give More During the Holidays
No matter where you live in the world, the holiday season—generally seen as November through December—provides a great opportunity for your kids to learn about charitable giving. The trouble is,…
8 Tips for Keeping Your Kids Safe When Banking or Shopping Online
Internet banking and shopping can be incredibly convenient for your kids, but it’s not always safe. Following these handy tips can reduce some of the risks. 1) Show your…
Coin Sorting Machines: Don’t Underestimate Their Value In Money Education!
Most people think of ATMs when they think of machines that are most valuable for money-education, but coin sorting machines can be important, too. These machines are available at banks,…
5 Questions to Help Your Kids Tell a “Need” From a “Want”
Financial experts almost unanimously laud teaching kids how to tell the difference between “wants” and “needs”. The trouble is, they often stop their advice there, failing to give parents and…
What to Say When Your Kids Ask You For A Loan
When kids just need a little bit of extra money or don’t qualify for loans on their own, they typically go to the Bank Of Mom And Dad somewhat by…
How Separate Spend, Save and Give Banks Help Kids Build Money Savvy
For years, money gurus have asserted that, with help from parents, kids use separate spend, save and give banks with their money. Although the advice is sound, the experts who…
7 Ways to Make Your Kids More Financially Independent
Ideally, kids grow up to make good money decisions, working with funds without relying on anyone else. Getting them to this point takes work, however. These methods can lay a…