Family Money

Is it possible that it is already spring break? Perhaps you are one of the lucky people reading this on a plane to Disney World or while headed to a sandy white beach. Or maybe you are like me,…

In the words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. in a message delivered at Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta on Feb. 4, 1968, "Everybody can be great, because everybody can serve. You don't have to…

You work hard for the money, but it always seems there is never enough cash left over at the end of the month once all the bills are paid. Having a budget is key to your financial…

Nikki Ducas
According to DLCSRecycling, the average American will throw away 600 times his or her adult weight in garbage in their lifetime. Take a minute and think about what you throw away that…

Transforming Everyday Party Treats into Oddly Creative Creations Compiled by Nikki Ducas Cooler crisp weather, the sound of leaves crunching underfoot, the smell of roasted pumpkin seeds swirl in…

By Christina Katz Short on funds this summer? A lack of cash does not have to mean a shortage of summer fun! Outdoor ecstasy for your cooped up kids can be as close as your own back yard. Even…

By Tiffany Reevior One of the best ways to teach children about money is to let them actually use it. An allowance gives kids their own money and lets them to make choices – and mistakes – that…

How much of the pumpkin carving can a child safely handle? A child’s manual dexterity improves with each passing Halloween but does not guarantee improved common sense, as any ER doc will confirm.

How families use money can influence young children into adulthood. At one extreme, children can become financially secure adults, while at the other extreme, they can grow up to live…

By Maria MayoWith a little imagination you can turn your child's next birthday into an unforgettable experience that won't break the bank. Each of these winning ideas is rated as expensive $$$,…