Did you get an allowance as a kid? If yes, wasn’t it so cool and exciting?! You might have gotten it for doing chores around the house (I don’t think they call them chores anymore...) Or, maybe like we did with our kids you got an allowance each week as a way to learn about money. If you ... Read More »
My New Year Ritual
The end of the year is a beautiful, typically quiet (especially this year) time to think ahead, create, and envision. Last week I wrote about creating a highlight reel of the past year to remember all the good that happened. Our family has New Year’s rituals for setting the stage for a great next ... Read More »
Do You believe these Money Myths too?
There is so much personal financial information available. There are books, podcasts, web sites, even entire television networks dedicated to financial information. Great ways to get smart about money? Well yes, in moderation. I’m sure you’ve experienced that too much can be overwhelming and ... Read More »
Make Sure Your Kids Aren’t Freaking Out About Money
Are your kids scared about money? During volatile times like these it’s easy to worry about your money, question what the right next move should be, and wonder what the future will bring. As I wrote about in my last blog post, worry is about the worst thing you can do in uncertain times. It ... Read More »
Should You Give Your Kids an Allowance?
People often ask, "Should I give my kids an allowance?" I think it's important to teach kids about money early and allowance is a great way to do this. In this video, I'll talk about when to start an allowance, how much to give, and if allowance should be attached to chores kids do around the ... Read More »
