Archive for June, 2007

Having The Money Discussion Without The Money Fight.

Tuesday, June 12th, 2007

It is generally accepted that financial issues are often at the core of marriage issues. So how to talk to your spouse without the big blow up? Couples just need to follow a few suggestions to come out of the money discussion unscathed.
First, couples should think and talk about their monetary histories. If one partner […]

Avoid the Mall! The Teen Set Can Save Money and Still Have Their Toys

Saturday, June 9th, 2007

Teens and preteens are among the most targeted demographics in the US. Producers want teens to spend their money on the latest and greatest gadgets and apparel. They know teens are the trend-setters and that the spending ability of teenagers is nearly unmatched. But adolescents don’t need to fall prey to these company plots. It […]

Money Management at Age 5? When and How Should You Give an Allowance to Your Child?

Saturday, June 9th, 2007

Because the TV, movies and even your local McDonald’s is saturated with advertising aimed at the kindergarten set, getting a case of the “gimmies” seems to happen younger and younger….How soon before the baby will be insisting on Elmo brand diapers?
But you can take one important step to save your money and help you child […]

The First Step is the Hardest! You’ve Decided to Create a Budget…But What’s the First Step?

Saturday, June 9th, 2007

So, you’re convinced. You want to meet long term financial goals, have an improved family and marriage, and know where your money goes each month…But how to even begin creating a family budget?
Well, congratulations! You get one more month to procrastinate on your financial plan….ok, not really. But, the first step to creating a family […]