Money & Work
Doable Money-Saving Tips for Back-To-School from a BTDT Mom
We have some practical tips to help reduce back-to-school spending and get the most out of your back-to-school budgets.
Money & Work
Use Back-to-School Budgets to Teach Kids Money Management
We list some ways that parents can use back-to-school shopping as a lesson in money management by putting the kids in charge of their own budgets!
Money & Work
5 Financial To-Dos for Every Parent (and parent-to-be)
Five Financial To-Dos for every parent from life insurance to estate planning; these are must-dos for parents and parents-to-be.
Holidays
Why The “Best” Holiday Gift For Teens Isn’t For Us
Teenagers are notoriously hard to shop for, and mine insist all they want is money. I refuse to give up and just fork over the cash, and I’m okay with that.
Big Kid
Baby’s First Debit Card
I remember what a big deal my first checking account was, and can hardly believe I’m already there with my own kid. How does that little ATM card mean so much??
Big Kid
Beyond Allowance: Teaching Teens Money Management
How to make the transition from full dependency on parents to becoming a young adult who can manage money? Here’s how to start. With allowance and More.
Young Child
Helping your Kids Understand the Value of Money and the Importance of Saving
Raising kids to understand the value of money and understand the importance of saving money are daunting tasks. We try to break it down into some simple tips.
Big Kid
A College Education, the Key to a Happy Life or Not?
A realistic look at the benefit of attending a private 4-year college education versus the amount of money it will cost.
Big Kid
Allowances, Chores, and the Bank of Mom
It appears to me that all of my son’s friends have unlimited budgets. Unfortunately for my son, the Bank of Mom does not.
Young Child
I Am Not Giving My Kids Everything
I’m sure there isn’t a parent out there who doesn’t want to give their child a better life than what they had. But at what cost does giving “everything” come?
Baby
Halloween For the Pre-Trick-or-Treating Set
Costume and activity ideas galore for babies! Just because they can’t ring the doorbell doesn’t mean Halloween can’t be a ton of fun.
Money & Work
How to Choose a Family Financial Planner
Financial planning might not be something we should endeavor to undertake alone. Here’s how to find the right financial planner for your family.
Money & Work
How to Choose a Family Home in a Down Real Estate Market
Looking for a house in this market? It can be terrifying with For Sale signs everywhere. Here are some strategies to help you get through the process.
Relationships
How To Stick to a Family Budget
We’ve already given you tips on how to start a family budget. We are following up with five easy steps to help you stay the course!
Money & Work
How To Start a College Fund
Saving for college– Where do you start? Should you start now? We demystify the process in 5 simple steps.
Travel
How to Make Sure You Paid Less For Your Plane Ticket Than the Person Sitting in the Seat Next to You
Who doesn’t love saving money on travel? If you’re willing to put in a little work, we’ve got some tips to help you pay a little less for your next flight.
Money & Work
How to Save $100 Per Month Painlessly
Are you looking to save a little extra money each month? It’s easier than you think! Check out these five easy-to-follow ideas.
Baby
How Much Does it Really Cost to Have a Baby?
Amalah is on maternity leave and Amanda from Mandajuice and the Naked Ledger joins the Alphamom Virtual Village and steps in with her expertise.
Young Child
How To Teach Your Kids To Manage Money
Mir Kamin of Woulda Coulda Shoulda shares her advice for teaching children to be fiscally responsible.
Products & Services
The Best Children’s Piggy Banks
Sharing some of our favorite piggy bank and also some are other animals who are equally capable of holding your child’s change.