How do I tell my kids we’re short on money – without freaking them out?
I was a teenager during Australia’s 1990s “recession we had to have”, and remember clearly a friend asking his dad for some money to go to the movies. With equal …
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The best way to teach teens about money (even if you’re not confident yourself)
This month, the Australian Gov launched a new website to teach teens about money. Money Managed is stacked with resources and tools to get our kids on board with what …
6 things we need to do now to invest in our kids’ future
I don’t know about you, but I’ve barely come up for air since having the kids. It’s relentless! Every day is just packed with the doing of it all. We …
5 money things to do when a teen gets their first job
You teen has landed their first job and it’s a fantastic opportunity to further the ‘pocket money’ talks. Finance writer Michelle Bowes talks us through five important money moments when …
60+ ways for kids to make money outside of the home
Most kids need/want dollars, but often it’s hard to find the cash to pay one, two, three or more kids the kind of “pocket money” that keeps up with everything …
How to comparison shop for anything in one hour
You know the letter, the one that says your contract is about to expire and here are the new rates? The letter you place in a file or drop in …