Kids and money

Protect your (parents’) money

November 1, 2024

Helping your parents safeguard their finances can help you selfguard your own finances, too, if you handle it right. That’s why we take a multigenerational approach.

Send your kid to college: A checklist

August 15, 2024

Sending your child to college tends to come with complex emotions—they’re entering the “adult” phase of their lives but may still be dependent on you in many ways. This checklist

Sending your child to college tends to come with complex emotions as they transition to independence and adulthood. This checklist can help set them (and you!) up for success.

Make the most of your teen’s summer job

June 17, 2024

For teens, summer jobs are a rite of passage. For parents, summer jobs are a fantastic opportunity to teach kids about hard work, budgeting, saving, taxes, and investing. Many kids

For teens, summer jobs are a rite of passage. For parents, summer jobs are a great way to teach kids about budgeting, saving, taxes, and investing.

College is expensive; 529 plans can help

February 2, 2023

Long before inflation hit the entire economy, it hit college prices. For decades, the cost of higher education has increased faster than prices overall, making it critical for parents to

For decades, college costs increased higher than wages and inflation. Getting a handle on potential costs can help you get proactive about paying for your kids’ school.