Editor’s Note: I’m pleased to welcome Corinne Kerston to The Heavy Purse. Corinne blogs at One Income Life and is a freelance writer. If you’re interested in sharing your story, please review my guest posting policy and contact me. Take it away, Corinne … Raised in a strict Asian household, I grew up in a family where money and gifts pretty much equated love. Sadly, I don’t remember a lot
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Fall is my favorite time of the year. While we haven’t ushered in the cooler temperatures in Southern California yet (it was 90+ this weekend), there is something about this time of the year that makes it incredibly popular with almost everyone. I decided to change things up a bit today and share fun, low-cost activities you can do with your family to celebrate Fall.
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This week we’ve been taking a look at some of the essential money skills kids need to learn prior to leaving home. Many commented that you knew people who didn’t know how to do basic things, like cook or do their laundry, when they left home. As parents, we sometimes confuse being good parents to mean we do everything for our kids. I want my girls to have a great
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In Part 1, I shared 6 essential money skills children need to learn before they leave home. This doesn’t mean that they won’t discard the advice or never make a money mistake, but they will have the tools and experience to make good money decisions. It’s an incredible advantage and has a direct impact on their ability to create the life they want for themselves. Even if they rebel initially,
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SHANNON RYAN, CFP®