Amidst juggling work, household chores, and other responsibilities, imparting valuable money lessons can sometimes take a backseat for busy parents. The good news? You have help! There are lots of great reads out there covering everything from building a budget to early investing. Check out this reading list for young children, tweens, and teens, [...]
When was the last time you talked candidly about money with your partner? If you can’t recall…there is no time like the present. It’s widely known that money is a significant stressor for many couples in America, and this is especially true when it comes to syncing up your respective finances. Whether you’re married [...]
Are you adapting to the exhaustion and euphoria of a new baby? Or navigating middle school math homework or the terrain of teenagerhood? Regardless of where you’re at in your parenting journey, these financial planning tips across all ages and stages can help ensure a secure future for you and your family. [...]
November and December are big spending months—in 2022 holiday sales surpassed $960 billion. The holidays are also a time to give back, and there are affordable ways to make a meaningful impact this season. The holiday season is officially in full-swing, and if last year’s numbers are any indication, November and [...]
As the holiday season approaches, it’s fun to get swept up in the festive spirit and the joy of giving. However, it’s also a time when our wallets can feel the strain of gift-giving, holiday feasts, and family getaways. This year your financial wellness doesn’t have to take a holiday break. Your [...]
Do you remember the first time you used a credit card or who taught you about them? Maybe you had a parent or money mentor who explained best practices or—like one of our recent Real $tories guests—you had to learn things the hard way (like so many of us do.) Credit cards have become an integral [...]
As interest rates increase and prices for everyday items continue to move higher, many people are looking to make their money go farther, save more, or make their financial life easier. You might also look to manage consumer debt as part of your overall financial picture. A financial life hack [...]
As we welcome the arrival of fall and the 2023/24 school year, it’s worth acknowledging that many of us may be experiencing the Summer Blues as the result of high interest rates and historical inflation. In 2023, you might have felt forced to choose between making new vacation memories or sticking to a strict budget. [...]
As one of the most popular months to tie the knot, September can be a spendy month for couples saying “I Do.” According to the matrimonial number crunchers over at The Knot, 43% of 2022 weddings took place between September and November, with the average wedding costing $30,000. And then there’s [...]
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency’s “Building Your Financial House” (BYFH) is a comprehensive financial education dedicated to help participants build a strong financial foundation and a brighter future! Think financial education is boring and just about budgeting? The program uses simple language, real life examples, tools for practicing financial skills, and FUN to [...]
