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We offer practical tips, reflections on everyday life, shared experiences, and book reviews chosen for their ability to help raise money-smart young people. Let's shape a future where kids understand how and why every purchase, big or small, can move them closer to the life they want.

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I’m Returning this Jacket – for Spite!

One of our favorite Seinfeld episodes ever was when Jerry returned a jacket to a clothing store “for spite”! When the saleswoman stated that “spite” wasn’t an acceptable condition for a refund, Jerry was indignant – he wanted his money back. How many times have we – or our kids – been caught in a ... Read more

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Why Crowd-Funding For Childhood Gifts Makes Sense

We've never met a grandparent, aunt, or uncle who wouldn't rather spend their hard-earned money on items and experiences that will be used and appreciated versus on books that aren't read, earrings that are never worn, or games that don't get played. Enter crowd-funding.

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Don’t Be A Sales Tax Fairy (STF)

Have your kids ever turned to you at the moment of checking out (an online or bricks-and-mortar purchase) and said, "You'll pay that, right? The sales tax and shipping!"

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