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Oops, We Did It Again: 5 Money Mistakes Parents Make (And How to Dodge Them)
Parenting is hard enough without money stress in the mix. But even the most well-meaning mums and dads can trip over a few financial hurdles. This article explores five of the most common money mistakes parents make—without any judgement—and gives you practical, feel-good ways to sidestep them. Because you're not just raising kids. You’re raising future adults.
Growing Moolah Smarts: Money Lessons from Kids to Young Adults
Money lessons don’t need to be boring or come too late. From piggy banks to part-time jobs, here’s a guide to age-appropriate financial skills every kid, teen, and young adult should learn — and how to teach them without the lectures.
How to Explain Where Money Comes From (With Storytelling & Role-Play!)
Ever been hit with the classic “Just buy it!” from your kid? Teaching children where money comes from is a game-changer—and it doesn’t have to be boring. Here’s how to turn money talk into a fun story or role-play that sticks.
Needs vs Wants: A Simple Guide to Teach Your Kids Smart Spending
Teaching kids the difference between needs and wants is one of the first steps to raising money-smart humans. This guide shares fun real-life examples and games to help your tamariki grasp the concept and build great financial habits for life.
Interest Rates, Explained Like You’re 5 (But With a Mortgage)
Interest rates can sound like boring bank jargon—but they actually play a huge role in how much you can save, spend, and borrow as a family. Let’s break it down in real-life terms so you can make smarter money moves, without needing a finance degree.
Save Like a Pro: 5 Fun Ways to Teach Kids the Power of Saving
Teaching kids to save money doesn't have to be boring or complicated. In fact, it can be a lot of fun. From savings jars to "spend or save" games, these five activities will help your tamariki build money confidence early on — and make some pretty smart choices along the way.
The 50/30/20 Rule: A Simple Budgeting Trick Every Parent Should Know📝
Feeling like your money disappears the second it hits your account? The 50/30/20 budgeting rule is a super simple way to split your income into needs, wants, and savings — without the stress. This guide breaks it down in plain language, with real-life family examples and three easy tips to help you get started.
