When people think about risk tolerance, they often associate it with retirement planning or adult investing decisions.In reality, risk tolerance plays an important role when investing for children as well.…
When it comes to financial education, most parents assume school is the main place kids learn about money. But according to a recent study cited by The Financial Brand, that’s…
Raising a child in America has never been cheap - but new data from Business Insider drives home just how steep the costs have become. Using 2025 figures from LendingTree,…
In 2025, money doesn’t always feel real. With tap-to-pay, virtual wallets, and auto-renewing subscriptions, today’s kids are growing up in a world where dollars rarely change hands - and money…
When it comes to teaching kids about money, the most important lesson might be this: you don’t have to wait. According to West Virginia University Extension, financial education should begin…
A head start compound advantage grows faster than you think. If you’re saving for a child, time is your biggest ally. Beginning before kindergarten—even with very small amounts—gives your contributions…
What’s happening Americans are feeling more anxious about jobs and pay. In September, the New York Fed’s Survey of Consumer Expectations found the chance that unemployment will be higher a…
What’s happening Gas prices dipped heading into fall. AAA reported the national average fell five cents in the week ending Sept 25 to $3.15, helped by lower seasonal demand and…
What’s happening Americans are cutting back on credit-card use. According to MarketWatch (2025-10-07), credit-card balances fell 2.5% year over year in August—the steepest drop since 2020. The Federal Reserve’s G.19…
