Reading a note from a single mom that read my recent blog  “How to say no to student loans but yes to college” and how she helped her child say “no” to student loans - truly an amazing story with great tips for all of us.  Here is the approach she took:

“Hooray for your common sense approach to funding college.
 
When my daughter was a freshman in high school, I sat her down and told her that as a single mom who worked as a baker, I simply couldn’t afford to pay for college.  So, we worked out a plan.  (more…)

Parents - Read all about it!  The six traits of millionaires.  This is a good start of a list of things to think about as you raise your own child to be a success in their money life. 

Grandparents are an excellent resource for money education. I grew up with my grandmother and everything she said, even if it was identical to what my mom and dad said, sounded better. (more…)

One of my readers contacted me asking for suggestions on how to best support her 7 year-old daughter who has been inspired to set up her own business for next summer. The daughter would like to set up a stand and their local farmers market and sell lemonade. It’s a big commitment. (more…)