Money and Relationships

What Money Games And Activities Are Best For Teens?

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When it comes to teaching kids about money, we know starting early is a smart decision! There are terrific resources to help young children learn their first financial lessons. But what can we use to teach older kids and teens about money? Improving teens financial literacy is incredibly important. A 2017 study released by the […]

Is It A Bad Idea To Loan Money To Family Or Friends?

In a financial pinch, turning to friends and family for a little financial help seems like a good option. After all, what could go wrong? Plenty. Many people have horror stories about personal loans destroying and ending relationships. It would be challenging to find anyone who hasn’t seen the effects of what money transactions between […]

Is Mediation a Good Way To Save Money On a Divorce?

Your relationship is ending. On top of the stress, emotions, and decisions involved in going your separate ways, worrying about money is keeping you up at night. You know you need to protect yourself and your financial future but paying a lawyer thousands of dollars really concerns you too. You’ll both end up broke if […]

How Can I Teach My Kids About Money?

We all want to raise kids who are happy, well adjusted, and, let’s face it – financially successful. But if you haven’t got your own financial life sorted out just yet, how do you make sure to teach kids smart money habits? T. Rowe Price, the popular investment firm, surveyed over 1,000 parents and adults and […]

How Do I Budget When My Partner Is A Spender?

You dreamt of the day you’d join your life with the person who makes your soul happy. Your nearly flawless alignment has been almost surprising. However, as “mine” and “yours” have become “ours,” one subject remains sore: finances. You’ve done the work of calculating the perfect budget with a place for everything and everything in […]

Should We Be Discussing Money Troubles With Others?

In our culture, talking about money – especially money troubles – can be uncomfortable. Money feels like a very personal topic. And, like discussing politics and religion, it’s a topic laden with the potential for judgment and scrutiny. Telling others our income or how much we save can come across as egotistical. And sharing our […]

What Should We Know Before Buying A House Together Unmarried?

Homeownership, whether you’re married or not, can be a decades-long legal and financial obligation. Do it right, and you will reap all kinds of benefits, including having a home in which to live, building equity, and a stronger credit score. Do it wrong, and you could end up on the receiving end of a financial […]

What Should I Do About My Parents’ Debt?

Managing your finances is a complicated endeavor with a lot of independently moving parts. You may have children to support, day to day bills to cover, debts to pay off, and a retirement to plan. And, to throw even more into the mix, you may come to a point where you need to intervene in […]

Is Cosigning For A Loan Ever A Good Idea?

An internet search of the term “cosigning a loan” quickly reveals it’s a terrible idea. And there are valid reasons for much of the negativity. Helping a family member or a friend by cosigning a loan is incredibly helpful for them, but significant problems arise for a cosigner when they don’t know or understand what […]

Can I Buy My Parents’ House [And Is It A Good Idea]?

If you’re thinking about buying your parents’ house, there are many things to consider before moving forward. Buying a home is a substantial financial decision. And when a big-money decision involves family, it should be carefully considered. Why Buy Your Parents’ House? You might have multiple reasons for thinking about buying your parents’ home. Here […]

Should I Let My Teenager Get A Part-Time Job?

Your teenager continually begs you for money, and here they are again. You’re starting to feel like an ATM. But this time you pause, ignore their outstretched hand and say no. It’s time to set some limits here. Frustrated, your teen asks if they can get a part-time job to earn their own money. You […]

What Can I Do About Housing After My Divorce Or Breakup?

You are going through a divorce or your long-term relationship is ending, and you’re soon facing moving out of your current home. But you’re not sure if you should purchase a house, lease an apartment, move in with friends, or go back and live with your parents or another family member after your break-up. There are […]

How Do I Encourage The Entrepreneurial Spirit In My Kids?

We all want our kids to grow up and become successful right? As parents, it’s our job to teach them about money. How to earn it, save it, spend it, share it, and invest it. And learning by doing is often one of the best ways for something to stick. Research indicates kids who work […]

Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement (Prenup)?

When hearing the mention of the word prenup, most people express serious reservations about getting one. “A prenup is for people who can’t or won’t commit.” “It’s like rooting against your marriage.” While it’s true not everyone needs a prenup; there are essential benefits–financial and otherwise–to signing a prenup before marriage. A prenup, or a […]

Spending Money On A Friend’s Destination Dream Wedding

I got married right out of college to my high school sweetheart. Both of us were broke after graduation, but fortunately, our combined student loan debt was less than $10,000. We chose to have a small wedding because we wanted to get married right away. We didn’t want to take on more debt and we […]

Why Is Having A Power of Attorney Document So Important?

Power of attorney documents (POAs) are legal papers in which an individual (the principal) designates another person (the agent or attorney-in-fact) to act on their behalf and make decisions on certain matters (a specific financial transaction for example) or on all matters. POAs may be limiting in actions and duration, or be all-encompassing and lifelong. They are […]

How Do I Plan For The Future Care Of My Special Needs Child?

Your life takes a special turn when you have a special needs child. As you travel through early childhood and teenage years, your hands are held by public education and the services it offers. You attend countless meetings. And you learn how best to advocate so that your loved one receives the care and support […]

What Money Games And Activities Are Best For Kids?

Parents and caregivers may wonder when to start teaching young kids about money. Although there is no “right” time, starting early makes the most sense! Even at two or three years of age, children can start learning about money through your everyday family activities. Going to the store and talking about buying groceries or clothes […]

Should We Hide Our Money Problems From The Kids?

Honesty is the best policy. It’s one of the most important lessons virtually every family tries to instill in their children. But is honesty still the best policy when it comes to family finances and money problems? Yes. Families who are facing money problems should still be upfront with their children about money. Depending on […]

Should I Be Paying for Good Grades? Helping Kids With School

Your kids will be bringing report cards home soon, and you may be getting ready to hand out some cash for good grades. And if that isn’t the deal you have with your kids, you’ve probably thought about it at some point. Should I be Paying my Kids for Good Grades in School? If your […]

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