Finances

7 Lessons Your Child Won’t Get in School

Posted April 28, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Chores, Tips, Home Life, Discipline, Finances, Education, Shopping, Social Skills, Learning Tools, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Home School, Culture, Relationships, K-8, High School, Extra Curricular

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There are certain skills that must be learned in a real life setting. The best teacher for your child is you. Teach your child about everything from finances to compassion to ensure she grows into an amazing adult.

Join our Tweetchat Today, Thursday, 4/19 For a Chance To Win an Amazon Gift Card

Posted April 19, 2012 - 01:00 by Rhonda Franz

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Discipline, Finances, Education, K-8, High School

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Are you teaching your children how to manage finances? Check out this week's article on finances and join our #pschat discussion about it today on Twitter. You could be the one to win the Amazon gift card this week!

Banks Should Be More Than Lollipop Dispensers for Kids

Posted April 11, 2012 - 01:00 by Debbie Dragon

News & Commentary, Tips, Finances, Education

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Parents can help their children avoid future financial crisis situations by starting their kids off in life with a bank account, on-going money lessons, and being a good role model themselves.

How to Choose a Guardian for Your Child

Posted March 3, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Finances

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It's tough work to choose people to care for your child should you die unexpectedly. But going with your gut and taking a few things into consideration can help make the process easier.

4 Things You Must Do When Saving for Your Child's College Fund

Posted February 29, 2012 - 05:00 by David James

News & Commentary, Tips, Finances

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Parenting Squad has started your homework on college savings plans. It's up to you to do the rest.

The Benefits of Equally Shared Parenting

Posted February 23, 2012 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

News & Commentary, Chores, Tips, Home Life, Finances, Social Skills, Entertainment, No Children Zone, Conflict Resolution, Time Management, Culture, Work Balance, Relationships, Wellness

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Parents often face the difficult question of whether to work or stay at home. Equally shared parent allows for both. Moms and dads can work together to let go of guilt, reduce anxiety, and keep their kids home.

Financial Tips for Families This Year

Posted January 22, 2012 - 01:00 by Debbie Dragon

Tips, Finances

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There are a number of strategies families can take to improve their financial situation. Whether you want to increase your income, reduce your expenses, or start planning for the future – the following tips will help you get started with your family’s long-term financial needs.

Nanny Taxes: Everything You Want to Know But Are Afraid to Ask

Posted January 2, 2012 - 01:00 by Rhonda Franz

Tips, Family Planning, Home Life, Finances, Babysitters & Nannies

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You may have to pay taxes on your nanny or regular babysitter. Make sure you are in the know this year with financial advice from our legal expert.

How to Get Better Debit Card Rewards from Banks

Posted December 30, 2011 - 01:00 by Debbie Dragon

Tips, Finances

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If your bank has sent notification they are discontinuing debit card rewards, you don’t necessarily have to sit back and take it. Here are some tips to help parents and families survive debit card reward elimination.

Top 10 Tips for Talking to Kids About Family Finances at the Holidays

Posted December 17, 2011 - 01:00 by David James

Tips, Finances

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The holidays are the perfect time for gifts and family memories. It is the ideal time to give your kids a lesson in family finances.

Baby Budget Buster: Small Steps for Family Finances

Posted November 28, 2011 - 01:00 by David James

News & Commentary, Finances

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In the insightful words of my grandfather, "If you wait until you have enough money before having kids, you'll never have them." How true.

Celebrating Your Christmas Baby’s Birthday

Posted November 27, 2011 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Home Life, Finances, Shopping, Social Skills, Entertainment, Etiquette, Culture

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"It's not fair!" Does your child feel cheated out of gifts on her Christmas birthday? Celebrate both events and your child with some simple tips.

Avoid the Toy Takeover

Posted November 7, 2011 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Home Life, Discipline, Finances, Education, Shopping, Social Skills, Entertainment, Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Culture, Extra Curricular

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When you have children, toys can take over your home. Too many toys isn't fun for you, your home, or your kids. Scale back this holiday season and your kids will have more fun than ever.

Best Coupon Sites for Busy Moms

Posted October 29, 2011 - 01:00 by Nancy Flanders

Tips, Home Life, Finances, Shopping, No Children Zone, Time Management

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Clipping coupons use to feel like a full-time job. But with the help of technology and some fun web sites, it's as easy as click and print. Now we can save time and money, which makes shopping fun again.

PBS and Sesame Street Highlight Childhood Hunger and Hope

Posted October 7, 2011 - 10:35 by Rhonda Franz

News & Commentary, Tips, Home Life, Finances, Education, Learning Tools

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Growing Hope For Hunger airs this Sunday on your local PBS station. Consider watching this with your children as a resource for talking about nutrition, hunger, and helping others.

Top 10 Budget-Friendly Ways to Dress Your Kids for Less

Posted September 30, 2011 - 09:00 by Alyssa Chirco

Tips, Finances, Shopping

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Buying clothes for your kids doesn't have to cost a small fortune. Check out these 10 budget-friendly ways to dress your kids for less.

Entertain Your Kids Without Breaking the Bank

Posted September 28, 2011 - 21:00 by Debbie Dragon

Tips, Finances, Entertainment

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As the kids start a new school year and fall weather approaches, families begin looking for ways to keep the kids entertained while the weather is still nice enough for most of the country to enjoy the outdoors comfortably.

9 Ways To Save Money On Laundry

Posted September 3, 2011 - 21:00 by Nancy Flanders

Chores, Tips, Home Life, Finances

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Your hampers will be overflowing with sports gear and school clothes in no time, but cutting back on your laundry expenses is easier than you think.

12 Money Saving Tips For Parents

Posted August 24, 2011 - 21:00 by Debbie Dragon

Tips, Family Planning, Finances

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Having kids certainly adds to your monthly budget and being able to keep the checkbook balanced and in the positive can be a constant challenge. Here are some basic — but often overlooked — money saving tips that just might help your bottom line.

Using Crowd Funding To Help Cover Medical Expenses

Posted August 20, 2011 - 21:00 by Sharon Rowley

Tips, Finances, Healthcare

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If someone in your family is diagnosed with a serious illness requiring expensive medical treatments and hospital stays, your out of pocket expenses can be staggering. Many times family, friends, and neighbors want to help, and one of the ways to mobilize the efforts of those who want to assist is through “crowd sourcing."