Parenting

Raise awesome kids without breaking the bank or losing your sanity. Find frugal fun activities, strategies to afford college, and tips to navigate this crazy ride called motherhood.

How to Pack Lightly When Traveling With Kids

There is something about traveling with kids that makes you want to embrace staycations until they are teenagers. Whether you’re preparing to see relatives for a holiday, travel to visit friends or go on a vacation you can’t avoid packing. And how you pack can determine how stressful your trip with your tiny people is. …

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How to use the Four Gift Rule

Four Gift Rule: How to Have A Great Holiday Without the Waste

“The children were nestled all snug in their beds, While visions of sugar plums danced in their heads; And mamma in her ‘kerchief, and I in my cap, Had just settled our brains for a long winter’s nap.” – Clement Clarke Moore Well, guess what, Dad? Mama isn’t ready for sleep yet. I know what …

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Best financial gifts for young people

Set Young Adults On The Path to Financial Success With These Gifts

From age 15 to 24, it’s like something breaks in your brain. You’ve got it all figured out and good luck to anyone that questions you. But having the right financial tools at this age can make a massive difference in long-term success. So, how do you get the young adults in your life to …

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Free fun family activities

35 Fantastic Free Family Activities For Your Weekend

Want to create fantastic family memories without busting your budget? Entertaining our kids on the weekends doesn’t have to cost a fortune. Every time you choose to do something a little unique, without spending money, are moments your kids will remember forever. So to help you find that special time with your family, here are 35 …

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Book Review Opposite of Spoiled by Ron Lieber

Raising A Child Who Is The Opposite of Spoiled: Book Review

In a world of consumerism, constant commercials, and general luxury, how do we raise children with grit? Children that aren’t entitled, are giving, and are prepared to fight through difficult times to reach their goals without sinking into debt? Ron Lieber, New York Times “Your Money” columnist, tackles these issues and more in his book …

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Involve Kids in Charitable Giving

Top Charities To Get Kids Involved In Giving

In a society of “more, more, more,” many parents worry about raising kids who will be thoughtful and giving. A popular way parents choose to do this is by letting their children know about their own charitable gifts. Lead by example, right? However, this doesn’t have the same effect as letting your kids get directly involved …

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